Berlin reports 723 anti-LGBTQ+ incidents in one year—most go unreported
Berlin recorded 723 incidents of hostility against gay men, lesbian women, and other sexual minorities last year. The figures, collected by the Maneo counselling centre, show attacks happening in public spaces, online, and even within families. This number remains similar to the previous year’s reports. The incidents took place in a variety of settings. Public streets, buses, trains, and transit stops saw 165 cases alone. Other attacks occurred in homes, workplaces, schools, LGBTQ+ initiatives, and public events. Neighbourhoods like Schöneberg, Neukölln, Kreuzberg, and Friedrichshain experienced the highest concentrations of hostility.
Many of the incidents involved verbal abuse and physical violence. Properties were also targeted, with eggs, bottles, and stones used to vandalise façades, display windows, and rainbow flags. Despite these reports, experts believe most cases go unreported, estimating a hidden figure of 80 to 90 percent.
Maneo, which has supported victims for 36 years, documented the data. The organisation’s records suggest that hostility levels have remained steady compared to 2024. The 723 documented cases highlight ongoing hostility toward sexual minorities in Berlin. With many incidents still unreported, the actual scale of the problem may be far larger. Maneo continues to provide counselling and support to those affected by such attacks.
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