This survey is our very first step for all of us to imagine, design and create the bi+ umbrella entity. The survey aims to gather experiences, needs, and aspirations of bi+ groups and activists across Europe. The collected data will inform the creation of a European bi+ umbrella entity, providing a stronger voice, power, and visibility for bi+ people in Europe. Inclusion and diversity, confidentiality and anonymity are the main values respected in the process of this trauma-informed survey, from design to process and presentation of results.
The survey is designed by the Bi+ Equal research team Dr Jantine van Lisdonk, Dr Zeynab Peyghambarzadeh, Hilde Vossen, and Aida Marukyan, in collaboration with external advisor Dr Christian Klesse.
Our research journey began in May 2024, when we embarked on the first step of mapping bi+ activists and organizations across Europe. On September 2, 2024, we officially launched the survey, sharing it widely with bi+ networks, organizations, and activists throughout Europe. The survey remained open for responses until October 21, 2024. No participants wished to withdraw their responses.
We compiled our findings into a detailed report, which was shared publicly on January 12, 2025, to shed light on the challenges and needs of bi+ activists and organizations across Europe.
This comprehensive report serves as an invaluable resource for advocacy, research, and initiatives aimed at supporting and uplifting the bi+ community. With it, we hope to fuel meaningful change and create new opportunities for collaboration and action throughout the bi+ movement.
