Proud Ambassadors Project

Proud Ambassadors will be part of “Stolta Fittja” a vibrant festival for families, children, young people, and seniors.

The festival is between 12th-13th of June 2026 🌈

During the festival, we will take part in Seniorglamour as well as the poster workshop, to celebrate love and the joy of being who you want to be!

Stolta Fitja is a festival that brings people of all ages together to celebrate love!

We’re happy to share that Proud Ambassadors will be part of two upcoming events — and this is one of them! 🌈

Join us for Seniorglamour! by Bland Drakar and Dragqueens at Fittja Library on Friday, June 12 at 1:00 PM.

✨ At the event, visitors will experience a vibrant and entertaining drag performance for seniors, featuring music, dance, humor, show numbers, and sing-along moments. The performance is interactive and invites the audience into the colorful world of drag in a joyful and welcoming way.

🌈 June is the global , a time to celebrate the diversity, strength, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community — and a reminder that inclusion and mental well‑being are human rights, not privileges.

At Proud Ambassadors, we work to support LGBTQIA+ youth across Europe by:

- promoting social inclusion
- improving mental health awareness
- empowering youth workers with training & tools
- creating safe spaces for peer support
- advocating for better policies and real change

Discrimination still affects the daily lives and mental well‑being of many LGBTQIA+ young people. This month, we reaffirm our commitment to amplifying their voices and ensuring they are seen, heard, and supported.

🌈 Pride is not just a celebration — it’s a responsibility.

Together, we build a Europe where every young person can live openly, safely, and proudly.

Today, on IDAHOBIT (the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia), our partner Legebitra highlights an important reality. 🏳️‍🌈

Only 18 countries worldwide allow legal gender recognition based on self-determination — Slovenia is still lagging behind.

Only 9 countries have national bans on unnecessary medical interventions on intersex children — Slovenia has not regulated this yet.

Slovenia also does not have a ban on conversion practices.

Additionally, Slovenia has not yet adopted a comprehensive LGBTIQ+ strategy that would systematically address equality, safety, and inclusion of LGBTIQ+ people.

Many other areas remain systemically unregulated, preventing LGBTIQ+ people from being treated equally in Slovenia.

Today, communities around the world step into the spotlight — because visibility and rights are not a given. ✨

Across the globe, LGBTIQ+ communities continue organizing, advocating, and pushing boundaries for equality, dignity, and inclusion. The work continues.

As Proud Ambassadors, we stand together with initiatives that promote human rights, visibility, and safer societies for all. 💜

What actions are you supporting today?

We are excited to introduce the online learning platform of the European project Proud Ambassadors — a space dedicated to empowering youth workers, educators, professionals, and communities to better support LGBTQIA+ youth through knowledge, inclusion, and practical tools. 💙

📚 Explore 8 interactive modules designed to strengthen understanding, empathy, and inclusive practices:

- Module 1 – Understanding LGBTQIA+ Identities and Terminology

- Module 2 – Identifying and Supporting Experiences of Non-Acceptance in LGBTQIA+ Youth

- Module 3 – Mental Health: Assessment and Resilience-Building Techniques

- Module 4 – Inclusive Communication and Anti-Bias Language Skills

- Module 5 – Creating Inclusive and LGBTQIA+ Friendly Workplaces

- Module 6 – Legal Frameworks and Rights of LGBTQIA+ Youth

- Module 7 – Creating Safe and Inclusive Spaces for LGBTQIA+ Youth

- Module 8 – Practical Tools and Innovative Training Techniques for Supporting LGBTQIA+ Youth

✨ Together, we can build communities where every young person feels seen, respected, and empowered to thrive.

📲 Follow Proud Ambassadors for updates, resources, and upcoming activities.

💫 Want to help build a more inclusive future for LGBTQIA+ youth?

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new MOOC Platform, developed as part of the Erasmus+ project Proud Ambassadors!

Our mission is to create an accessible, open educational space designed to strengthen the knowledge and skills of those who work with or encounter LGBTQIA+ youth.

🌈 What will you find on the platform?

- Training pathways focused on improving the understanding of LGBTQIA+ mental health. Practical resources to create safe and inclusive spaces

- Educational materials available in multiple languages

- Interactive learning tools: quizzes, videos, case studies, and reflection exercises for a dynamic experience

👉 How to get started? It’s simple: CLICK HERE https://proudambassadors.eu/

- Complete the registration form with your details and chosen language.
- Receive your direct link to the platform.
- Start your learning journey!

Join us in supporting the inclusion and well-being of LGBTQIA+ youth across Europe.

Behind every meaningful conversation, there are people who care 💫

Meet the trainers of the Proud Ambassadors Training Webinars and join a space for learning, sharing, and empowerment.

🌈 This week, our Rainbow gatherings at Björken meeting place in Skärholmen continued with creative activities, conversations, and lots of laughter. ✨

Together with Skärholmen, Sensus Stockholm-Gotland is helping create inclusive meeting places where people can connect, create, and simply be themselves.

The gatherings take place as part of the Allmänna Arvsfonden-funded project “I Sällskap,” led by Daniela Ibañez at Sensus, with Yordanos Ghirmay Desta helping hold the space with warmth and care. 💛

We’re especially happy to see participation growing each time. Safe and welcoming spaces matter. 🌟

🌈 March 31 – International Transgender Day of Visibility 🏳️‍⚧️

Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of transgender and non-binary people around the world.

International Transgender Day of Visibility is not only about being seen—it’s about being respected, valued, and empowered. First observed in 2009, this day highlights both the achievements of trans communities and the challenges they still face, including discrimination and inequality.

At Proud Ambassadors, we believe that visibility creates change. It opens conversations, builds understanding, and reminds us that everyone deserves to live authentically and safely.

✨ Today—and every day—we stand for:

• Inclusion
• Equality
• Respect
• Pride in every identity

Let’s continue to amplify trans voices, challenge prejudice, and create spaces where everyone can thrive without fear.

🏳️‍⚧️ Visibility matters. Rights matter. People matter.