"Bulgaria came 40th out of 49 countries, with a score of just 20%. Same-sex relationships are legal in the country, and sexual orientation-based discrimination has been banned since 2004. Since July 2023, heavier penalties for hate crimes based on the victim's sexual orientation were also introduced. As for trans rights, the country has a mixed history."
"While trans people have been able to legally change their gender in the past, a 2023 Supreme Court ruling said "the only meaning of the term sex should be its biological". And in 2024, an education law was introduced that prohibits "propaganda, promotion, or incitement in any way, directly or indirectly, in the education system of ideas and views related to non-traditional sexual orientation and/or gender identity other than the biological one"."
"Milena Milotinova, the Director General of Bulgarian broadcaster BNT, suggested it would be the capital, saying during the winner's press conference: "I want to say to you, 'Welcome to Sofia next year!'" Bulgaria looks set to host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027, after Dara won this year's show with "Bangaranga"."
Bulgaria is expected to host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027 after Dara won with “Bangaranga.” The country returns after a three-year absence, and Bulgarian broadcaster BNT’s Director General Milena Milotinova suggested Sofia as the host city. LGBTQ+ rights in Bulgaria are mixed. ILGA-Europe’s Rainbow Map for 2026 ranks Bulgaria 40th out of 49 countries with a score of 20%. Same-sex relationships are legal, and discrimination based on sexual orientation has been banned since 2004. Hate crimes based on sexual orientation face heavier penalties since July 2023. Trans rights have varied, including a 2023 Supreme Court ruling limiting “sex” to biological meaning. A 2024 education law restricts “propaganda” or promotion of non-traditional sexual orientation and gender identity in schools.
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