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Symposium on the intersectionality of LGBTQI-phobic discrimination
Deepen your understanding of how social injustices overlap during this insightful gathering. Experts and activists come together to shed light on intersectional realities and the challenges facing our community today. It is a vital moment to engage with crucial perspectives that shape our shared progress.
Maison du Barreau (Paris 1st)
About
On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, the Maison du Barreau in the 1st arrondissement hosts a symposium on the intersectionality of LGBTQI-phobic discrimination. Open to attendees aged 18 and over, this free event examines the links between LGBTI-phobia and various social issues through three expert-led panel discussions. The proceedings run from 16:00 to 18:30. To ensure inclusivity, the venue is fully wheelchair accessible. Join legal professionals, activists, and city officials for an afternoon of critical dialogue regarding human rights and the fight against discrimination in the heart of Paris.
16:00 - Introduction by Ms. Annah BIKOULOULOU, Deputy Mayor of Paris in charge of equality, human rights, the fight against racism, antisemitism, LGBTQI+phobias and the fight against discrimination.
16:15-17:00 - Round table 1: LGBTI-phobias and serophobia
Moderated by Ms. Laëtitia MARCHAND, lawyer at the Paris Bar, Member of the National Bar Council.
Speakers:
- Adrien CORNEC, Project Manager - Advocacy and Legal Support at AIDES
- Nicolas SERGEANT, social coordinator of the Act up association
17:00-17:45 - Round table 2: LGBTI-phobias and sex work
Moderated by Ms. Anne Sophie LAGUENS, lawyer at the Paris Bar, Member of the Bar Council
Speakers:
- June LUCAS, lawyer at the Paris Bar
- Giovanna RINCON, Director of ACCEPTESS-T
- Jules SANJIM, JASMINE Program of Doctors of the World
17:45-18:30 - Round table 3: LGBTI-phobias and racism
Moderated by Ms. Anne Sophie LAGUENS, lawyer at the Paris Bar, Member of the Bar Council.
Speakers:
- Rodolphe GRUBER, Referent of the Legal Support Commission of the association SOS homophobie
- Mathias KHELOUYA, co-referent of the UnIIR commission of SOS homophobie (unit for cultural identities & intersection with racism)
- Zélie HERAN, Head of the Legal Department of the association SOS Racisme
Conclusion by Maître Charles OHLGUSSER, member of the Paris Bar Council
Our take on this event
The Maison du Barreau serves as the venue for this insightful symposium on October 13, 2026. This free event investigates how LGBTQI-phobia intersects with issues such as serophobia, sex work, and racism. Following an opening address by Annah Bikouloulou, Deputy Mayor of Paris, the afternoon is structured into three thematic panel discussions.
Moderated by lawyers from the Paris Bar, each session features specialists from organizations including AIDES, Act up, ACCEPTESS-T, Médecins du Monde, and SOS Homophobie. You will hear from experts such as Giovanna Rincon and Zélie Heran, among others, who will provide professional and field-based perspectives on these intersectional challenges. The symposium concludes at 18:30 with closing remarks from Maître Charles Ohlgusser.
Attendance is limited to those 18 years of age and older. Located at 2 rue de Harlay, the facility provides full wheelchair accessibility to accommodate all participants.
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