EGLCC

Monthly Aperitif Networking
2025-09-11 18:30 - 20:30 (Europe/Berlin) | Balloon Bar, Via Carlo Grabau 26, Rome, Italy
Language: Italian, English
Format: In person
Informal networking & updates on EDGE activities

Orgullo Cultural: Companies & Institutions
2025-09-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Language: Spanish
Format: Zoom
In the panel #OrgulloCultural for companies and institutions, organized by REDI’s partner myGwork – LGBTQ+ Business Community, and in which REDI collaborates as a Community Partner, you will be able to learn about ideas on how companies and institutions can help unite diversity and LGBTIQ inclusion in the workplace with culture.

REDI to Connect Employees: Diverse Skies
2025-09-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Madrid Planetarium, Tiermo Galván Park, Madrid, Spain
Language: Spanish
Format: In person
Experience a unique experience powered by Airbus and the RTCE community, where we will explore the skies and the historical milestones of the LGBTI community through an immersive projection that promises to surprise.

Philosophical Practice: Resistance & Power
2025-09-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Testaccio Area, Address sent after registration., Rome, Italy
Language: Italian
Format: In person
Group reflection on power, resistance, awareness; curated by Riccardo Basso
Register under info@edge-glbt.it before September 16, 2025.

Inclusive Spaces: Between Community, Business & Well-being
2025-09-21 17:00 - 18:00 | EuroLab Space, Piccolo Strehler Theatre, Largo Greppi 1, Milano, Italy
Language: Italian
Format: In-Person
The Talk, organized by Mix Festival in collaboration with EDGE, will be a lively dialogue between concrete experiences of openness free from stereotypes and discrimination, social planning, and personal growth.
Speakekrs: Enrico Buongrazio, Salvatore Aloe, Virginia Barbaro, Moderator: Jonathan Zenti

Online Training on LGBTI Diversity & Inclusion (Law 4/2023 compliance)
2025-09-24
Language: Spanish
Format: Online
The new regulations on equality and non-discrimination of LGBTI people in companies (established by Law 4/2023 and Royal Decree 1026/2024) oblige all companies with more than 50 workers to provide training to their staff on the rights of LGBTIQ people in the workplace.
In response to this requirement, we have developed the online courses:
1) LGBTI Diversity and Inclusion in the company. Basic concepts
2) Concepts and management of LGBTIQ diversity and inclusion in the company (HR, D&I, CSR, and ERGs)
These programs have been developed with REDI’s content and pedagogically designed and virtualized by ALKU GESTION DE FORMACION.
To register, please contact the organizer.

Management of LGBTI+ Diversity in the Workplace 2nd Edition
2025-09-25 10:30 - 17:00 | Escuela Profesional de Relaciones Laborales, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, C/ San Bernardo 49, Madrid, Spain
Language: Spanish
Format: In Person
Launch event of course offering tools to manage LGBTIQ diversity, prevent discrimination, and build inclusive workplaces.
Speaking: María Ortuño Álvarez (Deputy Director, REDI), Fernando Manjón Azofra (D&I Technician, REDI)

DISTORTED 2.0 - Social Manipulation and Artificial Intelligence
2025-09-25 16:00 - 19:00 | Palazzo Valentini, Sala Sassoli, Via Quattro Novembre 119a, Rome, Italy
Language: Italian/ English
Format: Hybrid
After the first edition in April 2024, it’s time for Distort 2.0, the event on disinformation and LGBTQIA+ issues. This time, we will talk about social manipulation and artificial intelligence, thanks to four keynote speakers, ready to answer our questions, in person and from home.
Speakers: Marie Postma, Mario di Carlo, Antonio Parrilla, Deborah Nozza

Monthly Aperitif Networking Rome
2025-10-14 18:30 - 20:30 | The Saba Café, Via di San Saba 30, Rome, Italy

Monthly Aperitif Networking Milan
2025-10-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Veritas Bistrot, Via Augusto Anfossi 2, Milan, Italy

Negotiated Plans for Inclusion and Equality in Companies for LGBTI Groups
2025-10-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Via Laietana 32, Via Laietana 32, Barcelona, Spain
Language: Spanish
Format: Hybrid
The conference “Negotiated Plans for Inclusion and Equality in Companies for LGBTI Groups”, is organized by the EdeNE Business Negotiation School (CEOE) in collaboration with REDI and Foment del Treball Nacional. The key focus is on Law 4/2023, its regulations, implementation, and development.

Boosting LGBTIQ Employability in Spain
2025-10-28 | ICAM Headquarters Madrid, 9 Calle de Serrrano, Madrid, 28001, Spain
Language: Spanish
Format: In Person
Launch of strategy promoting LGBTIQ employability. REDI and myGwork – LGBTQ+ Business Community join forces to launch a joint strategy to promote LGBTIQ employability. The strategy includes practical tools for attracting diverse talent, an LGBTIQ Social Impact Job Bank, and training on inclusive selection and recruitment processes. This event is designed for professionals in HR, Talent Attraction, Labor Relations, and DEI, as well as anyone interested in advancing workplace inclusion. The event is supported by the Ilustre Colegio de la Abogacía de Madrid (ICAM) and the ICAM LGBTI+ Committee. The employment exchange is supported by Fundación ONCE / Inserta and Fundación Legálitas.

Philosophical Practice on Evil and Responsibility
2025-11-03 19:30 - 21:00 | tba., Malmö, Sweden
Language: Italian
Format: In-Person
Philosophical practice is a group reflection on issues that inhabit and interrogate daily lives.
After the first practice of September on power and responsibility, this practice is aimed at becoming aware of the different joints of evil and the responsibilities that determine us and the personal resources that we can activate in our relationship with them. A final practice will follow in the coming months on how all these issues (power, resistance, bad, responsibility) specifically question people who identify with the LGBTQIA+ world.
Curated by Riccardo Basso
To register, please refer to info@edge-glbt.it

Pride in Every Pour: European LGBTIQ Wine Masterclass
2025-11-07 - 2025-11-09 | ELSA Spa Apartments Tux, Lanersbach 364, Tux, 6293, Austria
Language: English
Format: In person

This November 8, explore the world of European LGBTIQ wine in a unique masterclass led by Darrel Joseph. The session will celebrate the wines and stories of LGBTIQ wineries and winemakers from Austria, Germany, and Italy, bringing visibility to this vibrant community.
As one of the first events of its kind in Europe, EGLCC is proud to lend its patronage to this special evening, hosted by ELSA Spa Apartments Tux in partnership with Haus Europa.
Capacity: 24 individuals
Cost: 250€ + Accomodation

Monthly Aperitif Networking Rome
2025-11-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Via di San Saba 30-32, Via di San Saba 30-32, Rome, Italy
Language: Italian, English
Format: In-person
Monthly gathering to deepen professional relationships and present ongoing and future EDGE projects.

REDI Madrid 2025 Academy
2025-11-20 11:30 - 22:30 | Espacio Ventas, Calle de Alcalá, 182, Madrid, Spain
Language: Spanish
Format: In Person
Training and networking day combining workshops, practical training, and regulatory compliance for companies.
Note: Open to associates; cocktail open to public upon confirmation

Philosophical Practice: Rome
2025-12-04 19:00 - 21:00 | tba., Malmö, Sweden
Language: Italian, English
Format: In Person
Group reflection on themes of power, resistance, evil, and responsibility, specifically addressing LGBTQIA+ individuals. Final practice of 2025. Please register by sending an email to info@edge-glbt.it (specifying “philosophical practice in Rome”) no later than Monday, December 1st, at 7:00 PM. If you registered by the above deadline, please let us know if you are unable to attend so we can better manage the event.
Curated by Riccardo Basso.

Philosophical Practice: Milan
2025-12-11 19:00 - 21:00 | tba., Malmö, Sweden
Language: Italian, English
Format: In-person
Group reflection on themes of power, resistance, evil, and responsibility, specifically addressing LGBTQIA+ individuals. Milan edition. Please register by sending an email to info@edge-glbt.it (specifying philosophical practice in Milan) no later than Tuesday, December 9th at 7:00 PM. If you registered by the above deadline, please let us know if you are unable to attend so we can better manage the event.
Curated by Riccardo Basso.

EDGE Christmas Charity Event: Rome
2025-12-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, Via del Corso 304, Rome, Italy
Language: Italian, English
Format: In-person
Special opportunity to meet members and supporters, celebrate holidays, raise funds for LGBTQIA+ support organizations. EDGE will also be awarding the 10 Role Models and 4 Companies that, as part of the European WISE Project, have distinguished themselves for their role, visibility, and inclusion policies toward the LGBTQIA+ community.
During the event, we will also present a preview of the results of two years of research and study, as part of the A+I | More Inclusive Algorithms project, on the relationship between system development and Artificial Intelligence models, ethical risks, and the protection of LGBTQIA+ people from potential bias. Registration Procedure
: Please payby bank transfer only at the time of registration.
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Please write in the reason for payment: Donation to the Rome Charity Event, your name (plus any other name and surname if registering as a couple), telephone numbers and email address .
Upon receipt of your bank transfer, we will send you a confirmation to show at the entrance.
For organizational reasons, please make payments no later than 24 hours before the event.
The minimum contribution is €50 per person . If you wish to book as a couple, the minimum contribution will be €90 .
Speaking:
Jonathan Doria Pamphilj, Braga, Emily, Filippo Andrea

EDGE Christmas Charity Event: Milan
2025-12-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Museo Bagatti Valsecchi, Via Gesú 5, Milano, Italy
Language: Italian, English
Format: In-person
Special opportunity to meet members and supporters, celebrate holidays, raise funds for LGBTQIA+ support organizations. EDGE will also be awarding the 10 Role Models and 4 Companies that, as part of the European WISE Project, have distinguished themselves for their role, visibility, and inclusion policies toward the LGBTQIA+ community.
During the event, we will also present a preview of the results of two years of research and study, as part of the A+I | More Inclusive Algorithms project, on the relationship between system development and Artificial Intelligence models, ethical risks, and the protection of LGBTQIA+ people from potential bias. Registration Procedure
: Please payby bank transfer only at the time of registration.
registered to EDGE APS
Iban [REDACTED]
Please write in the reason for payment: Donation to the Rome Charity Event, your name (plus any other name and surname if registering as a couple), telephone numbers and email address .
Upon receipt of your bank transfer, we will send you a confirmation to show at the entrance.
For organizational reasons, please make payments no later than 24 hours before the event.
The minimum contribution is €50 per person . If you wish to book as a couple, the minimum contribution will be €90 .

Trevisan Prize for Students "AI for Good" Awards Ceremony
2026-01-26 | Bocconi University TBA., Milano, Italy
Language: Italian, English
Format: In-person

Awards ceremony for student applications to the “AI for Good” prize, honoring Luca Trevisan and sponsored by EDGE, Bocconi University CS Department, and Junce Zhang.
Register under: info@edge-glbt.it

Supply to Corporates: Ask & Apply
2026-03-26 11:00 - 11:45 | Online
After the sold-out Procurement Readiness Webinar with ESDP and Andrea Pieroni, Procurement Executive & Consultant, we’re back with an exclusive power session designed to help minority-owned businesses navigate real-life situations when engaging with corporates.

In this 45-minute session, Andrea will focus on the nitty-gritty, practical aspects. Expect case studies, real-life scenarios, and plenty of Q&A time on topics such as how to respond to RFIs/RFPs with confidence, how to position your value proposition effectively, navigate corporate procurement decisions, and practical strategies to make your offering more competitive.

The session is exclusive to the EGLCC & ESDP networks and other minority-owned businesses. Space is limited, secure your spot today.

LGBTI+ Business Conference 2026
2026-04-14 12:00 - 19:00 | Malmö City Hall, Stortorget 4, Malmö, 21134, Sweden
Malmö City proudly welcomes the LGBTI+ Business Conference for the fifth time, celebrating five years of advancing LGBTIQ inclusion and innovation in business.
We warmly invite you and your colleagues to join leaders, professionals, and change makers for this half-day conference, co-organized by the Scandinavian LGBT Chamber of Commerce (SGLCC), dedicated to strengthening inclusive business culture.
Theme 2026: Queer Capital – Inclusion as a Business Strategy
This year’s conference explores how inclusive workplace cultures are not only socially responsible but also a powerful business strategy. Discover how fostering inclusion and belonging strengthens organizations, drives innovation, and creates sustainable growth.
You can look forward to expert insights, real-world experiences, practical strategies, and meaningful networking opportunities.
Agenda
12:00-13:00 Networking lunch
13:00-17:00 Conference program
17:00-19:00 After-work networking hosted by Moll Wendén Advokatbyrå
Language of the conference: Swedish and English

EDGE Aperitif – Rome
2026-04-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Saba Café (Via Sata Street 30–32), Saba Café (Via Sata Street 30–32), Rome, Italy
The EDGE community gathers once again in the Italian capital for an informal networking moment. This aperitif offers a relaxed setting to exchange updates on ongoing projects, strengthen connections, and engage with fellow members.

REDI to Connect Employees
2026-04-16 17:00 - 20:00 | C. De Ríos Rosas 26, Madrid, C. De Ríos Rosas 26, Madrid, Spain
REDI to Connect Employees returns as one of the most anticipated events for LGBTIQ professionals and allies in Spain. Designed as a collaborative space, the event brings together employees from leading companies to exchange insights, share best practices, and drive meaningful change within organizations.
More than a networking event, this initiative reflects REDI’s belief that inclusion is not a slogan but a core element of company culture, strategy, and talent development.
This edition is led by professionals from Amadeus, AXA, Deloitte, and Repsol, and hosted by WPP, a global leader in creativity and communication. The program will explore how diversity fosters innovation and transforms relationships between brands and people.
Participants will also gain insights into ongoing working groups and projects shaping the future of LGBTI inclusion in the workplace.
This is an exclusive event for REDI member companies.

EDGE Aperitif – Milan
2026-04-18 18:30 - 20:00 | BASE Milano (Via Bergognone, 34), BASE Milano (Via Bergognone, 34), Milan, Italy
The EDGE community gathers once again in Milan for an informal networking moment. This aperitif offers a relaxed setting to exchange updates on ongoing projects, strengthen connections, and engage with fellow members.

Lesbian Visibility & Rights: International Conference
2026-04-22 17:00 - 22:00 | Generalitat of Catalonia (Auditorium), Barcelona, Generalitat of Catalonia (Auditorium), Barcelona, Spain
On the occasion of Lesbian Visibility Day, REDI, in collaboration with LesWorking and the Generalitat of Catalonia brings the community together for an important international conference.
This event will explore the current realities faced by lesbian women from a human rights, equality, and non-discrimination perspective. Bringing together activists, experts, and institutional representatives from across countries, the conference aims to foster dialogue on progress made, existing gaps, and shared global challenges.
The event is hybrid.

REDI Conference: Strategies for LGBTI Inclusion in Access and Labour Participation
2026-05-11 10:00 - 13:00 | CEOE Headquarters, Madrid, c/ Diego de León, 50, 7ª pl, Madrid, 28006
REDI, together with EdeNE-CEOE and ManpowerGroup, is organizing a dedicated session in Madrid focused on LGBTI inclusion in employment access and workplace participation.
The event will bring together business leaders and institutional voices to share practical guidance on reducing bias in recruitment and creating more inclusive hiring strategies. The session is designed to help organizations move from commitment to measurable action in building fairer workplaces.
👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/esn5yfts

Leaders for Change 2026 – Milan
2026-05-12 09:00 - 14:30 | Palazzo Marino, Sala Alessi, Palazzo Marino, Sala Alessi, Milan, Italy
Leaders for Change 2026 returns eleven years after its first historic edition. Organized by EDGE and the European Pride Business Network (EPBN) in collaboration with the Comune di Milano, this high-level international conference explores the role of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as a driver of economic growth, sustainable competitiveness, and social democracy.
The Milan edition will bring together representatives from European and national institutions, businesses, civil society, and academia to reflect on current challenges and future pathways for inclusive policies, in alignment with the EU LGBTQIA+ Strategy 2026-2030.
Discover the agenda here.

EPBN - WISE Conference & Awards: Protect Workplace Inclusion in Europe
2026-05-29 09:00 - 23:00 | Hilton Hotel Prague, Pobřežní 311/1, Prague, 18600, Czech Republic
With nearly 40 million LGBTIQ people across Europe, inclusion represents not only a core value but also a powerful driver of business performance and resilience.
EGLCC is proud to highlight this initiative from our Italian Chamber EDGE and partner organization EPBN: the WISE Conference & Awards – Protect Workplace Inclusion in Europe.
This full-day international event will bring together more than 300 leaders from across Europe to explore the connection between inclusion, leadership, and economic resilience. The program will feature high-level discussions, practical workshops, and inspiring examples of role models shaping more inclusive workplaces.
The day will conclude with a Gala Awards Ceremony celebrating outstanding contributions to workplace inclusion.
