Serbia Different groups and organisations in Belgrade, Serbia prepared for a variety of actions to commemorate IDAHOT, but due to the natural disaster – creating mass floods – in the Balkans right before May 17, all the actions on and after the day had to be cancelled. The only IDAHOT event that could be held was a Stand Up Comedy …

In Belgrade, LGBT activists organised a one day event centred on a panel discussion focussed on community empowerment. The event drew together local opinion makers, representatives of LGBT activist organizations, culture and art scene, government and media. Participants also gathered for a photograph exhibition and rainbow street art action.

Activists gathered in the rain in the center of Belgrade to fly rainbow balloons and distribute publications and booklets.