Non-discrimination

CSOs were not asked about non-discrimination directly; however, the fact that CSOs dealing with vulnerable groups faced more difficulties in obtaining funding came up during other discussions. Notably, CSOs dealing with gender equality, LGTBI rights, and migration had experienced funding cuts. These groups were also faced with challenges in obtaining permission to assemble, and they felt that they received unequal treatment with regard to the policing of assemblies, with police often outnumbering protestors in equality marches.