It’s the most wonderful time of the year, again. Why? Because this is the month in which we celebrate everything that’s great and good about Ireland’s LGBT+ community with the annual GALAS awards. This year, for the second time running, the ceremony will take place at Dublin’s Mansion House, and as usual we’ll be honouring LGBT+ people and organisations for their great contributions to Irish society, while also awarding politicians, employers and other folk who are committed to advancing equality and social acceptance for LGBT+ people in Ireland.
The GALAS International Award, which gives a bursary of €2,000 to persons fighting for LGBT+ rights in countries that seriously discriminate against LGBT’s, will also be among the 18 awards handed out on the night.