In the middle of budgetary tensions and political uncertainty, there’s finally a rainbow at the end of the tunnel. The Brussels-Capital Region has confirmed that the subsidies crucial for the organisation of Brussels Pride Week 2025 will be released — a decision that comes as a huge relief to the LGBTQIA+ community.
In a statement at the Brussels Parliament, outgoing Minister of Finance Sven Gatz (Open VLD) announced that the €40,000 in regional funding — initially frozen due to provisional budget rules — will indeed be allocated. “I have good news,” he declared. “The subsidies for Pride will be granted. The file is ready and will be added to the agenda.“
The funds, destined for RainbowHouse Brussels, are essential to support the 52 cultural, social and activist projects planned throughout Pride Week, which will unfold from 7 to 17 May across the city. Without this public backing, the entire programming — from exhibitions and performances to debates and community events — was under threat.
Due to the government operating under provisional twelfths, non-mandatory subsidies were temporarily frozen, putting grassroots initiatives in limbo. But Gatz reassured organisers, underlining the government’s intention to consolidate last year’s support despite the interim status. “We will support Pride in general and equal opportunities in particular. I hope this reassures the organisers, despite the challenging budgetary context.“
This decision is more than administrative — it’s political. It reflects the commitment of the Brussels-Capital Region to stand behind its queer communities, not just with symbolic gestures, but with real, tangible support.
As Pride approaches — with a powerful message this year, “Unite to protect our rights – Freedom – Identity – Diversity – Fight” — this confirmation ensures that Brussels will once again shine as a beacon of inclusion. The Rainbow will rise.
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