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Information on groups, social clubs and activities for gay men and women living in Belgian Flanders...
Flanders has an active gay and lesbian community and there are many associations and social groups, some of which are listed below. Antwerp has played an important role in the development of LGBT events with the organisation of the first Gay Pride in Belgium.
Gay Events
Antwerp Pride: A one-week event attracting over 50,000 visitors each year. Antwerp Pride focuses on the gay friendly character of the city rather than being a commercial event. The parade takes place on Saturday, Sunday is dedicated to Rainbow Village and the Pride Closing Party.
LGBT Associations
Çavaria: An umbrella organisation with over 120 member associations supporting the LGBT community through consultation and trainings.The organisation also lobbies the government to ensure equal rights for gay people and transsexuals in welfare campaigns and general policy.
Sensoa: An organisation whose aim is to promote sexual health and sexual rights. Its primary aims include promoting sex education and the prevention of STDs and HIV.
Active Company: A sport and leisure association and club for gay people and their friends.
- Active Company (website in Dutch)
At: Draakplaats, 1, 2018 Antwerp
Tel: 0477 51 03 05
email
Het Roze Huis: The Pink House is a café, a meeting point and an information centre for the LGBT community in Antwerp. It is part of Çavaria.
- Het Roze Huis
At: Draakplaats 1, 2018 Antwerp
email
Useful Websites:
- GayBelgium: Information website in French or Dutch
- Zizo Online: Online magazine with news, an events guide and other information (in Dutch)
- Gay Bars In Flanders