Three positive news stories: July week 1
July 3, 2026Across politics, public opinion and legal reform, this week’s LGBTQ+ news from myGwork highlights steady momentum for equality. From growing support for Pride in Hungary to stabilising global attitudes and a major step toward banning conversion practices in England and Wales, these stories underline how change is being driven by both communities and institutions worldwide.
New survey shows strong public backing for Pride and LGBTQ+ rights in Hungary
A new Medián survey reveals clear majority support in Hungary for LGBT Pride events and the right to assemble, even though restrictive laws from the previous Fidesz-KDNP government remain in force.
Key findings include 69% support for allowing LGBT rights marches nationwide, rising to 77% in Budapest, and 58% backing for age-appropriate education on homosexuality and gender diversity in schools. The data suggest that public attitudes are significantly more inclusive than the current legal framework, particularly among younger people, university graduates and supporters of the new governing TISZA party.
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Global attitudes to LGBTQ+ rights stabilise, Ipsos Pride Report 2026 finds
Ipsos’ LGBT+ Pride Report 2026 shows that global attitudes toward LGBTQ+ rights across 26 countries have largely stabilised after several years of polarisation. Support for brands that promote LGBT equality has held steady at 42%, though this is down from its 2021 peak, indicating shifting consumer expectations rather than a complete backlash.
The report underscores persistent divides on trans inclusion in sport and LGBT visibility in media, while confirming strong ongoing support for marriage equality in many European countries. Overall, the findings point to a complex but resilient baseline of support for LGBTQ+ rights worldwide.
Government introduces draft law to ban abusive conversion practices in England and Wales
The UK Government has unveiled a draft Conversion Practices Bill that would criminalise abusive attempts to change or suppress a person’s sexual orientation or transgender identity in England and Wales. The bill creates new offences for conducting and facilitating harmful conversion practices, backed by civil protection orders and penalties of up to five years in prison.
The legislation has been broadly welcomed by LGBTQ+ organisations, healthcare leaders, faith representatives and human rights advocates as a vital step towards recognising conversion practices as a distinct form of abuse. It also includes safeguards to protect legitimate exploratory conversations and healthcare.
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