Speeches

Speech

September 16th, 2023

Role models and representation (Maltese Parliament)

On the day of the 2023 EuroPride parade in Malta, I was invited to speak in the Maltese parliament during the hearing on the importance of role models and representation. On those who inspire me time and time again to fight for LGBTQIA+ and human rights.

Speech

September 16th, 2023

Lunch session on HIV/AIDS prevention and best practices

Good afternoon everyone On December 1st of last year, on World Aids Day, the Finance Tower in Brussels was covered in bright red lights. This government building, that also houses my office, is one of the highest buildings in Brussels, visible from all over the city. By coloring it red, we placed the fight against HIV/AIDS literally in the middle of society, at the heart of the European capital. Even though this might seem merely symbolic, I find this a…

Speech

September 13th, 2022

Opening of the Human Rights Confrerence in Belgrade

I had the opportunity to speak at the opening of the Human Rights Conference in Belgrade. It was organized after the complete cancellation of Europride, a pan-international LGBTI event, by the Serbian authorities. This was to be the first edition of Europride in Southeastern Europe. I tried to encourage the visitors. We must protect human rights at all times and not let anyone be marginalized.

Speech

June 30th, 2022

Green tech talk: new digital economy for workers, consumers and the environment

At the Green tech talk, I spoke to members of the European Parliament and staff from NGOs and several tech and industrial companies from Europe about a new digital economy for workers, consumers and the environment. I took the opportunity to stress the importance of sustainable digitalization.