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Lviv hosts second 'LvivPride' event advocating for LGBTQ+ rights

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Posted Jun 7, 2026, 09:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-06-07-0930
Lviv hosts second 'LvivPride' event advocating for LGBTQ+ rights

Lviv, Ukraine – The city of Lviv recently hosted its second 'LvivPride' human rights event, where participants advocated for the legal recognition of LGBTQ+ families through civil partnerships and the withdrawal of a proposed new Civil Code.

Lviv, Ukraine – The city of Lviv recently hosted its second 'LvivPride' human rights event, where participants advocated for the legal recognition of LGBTQ+ families. Activists specifically called for the establishment of civil partnerships and the withdrawal of a proposed new Civil Code. The event, which took place on Sunday, June 7, near the Opera House, also highlighted Ukraine's commitments to European integration. Security measures included metal barriers and the presence of dozens of police and National Guard officers.

Sources: Hromadske, Suspilne Novyny

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