EDGE Christmas Charity Event: Milan
2025-12-18 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/Berlin) | 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
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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 .

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.

Leaders for Change 2026 – Rome
2026-06-05 09:00 - 14:30 | Palazzo del Campidoglio, Sala della Protomoteca, Palazzo del Campidoglio, Sala della Protomoteca, Rome, 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 Roma, 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.
Following the Milan conference, Leaders for Change 2026 continues in Rome to continue the discussion with a focus on translating inclusive values into concrete actions and measurable impact at local, national, and European levels. The event will gather key stakeholders to address the role of DEI in strengthening democratic resilience, social justice, and sustainable growth.
Discover the agenda here.

REDI: LGBT@Work 2026
2026-06-25 16:00 - 20:00 | IE University Tower, Madrid, Paseo de la Castellana, Madrid, 259 28029
On 25 June, the IE Tower Auditorium in Madrid will host LGBT@Work 2026: 20 Years Out Loud, celebrating two decades of advancing workplace inclusion and visible leadership.
This milestone edition will bring together leaders, professionals, and advocates who are shaping the future of work through diversity and inclusion. The event will provide a space where leadership, dialogue, and celebration come together to reflect on progress made and the path ahead for LGBTI inclusion in the workplace. Free registration for REDI members.
