The COC celebrates a milestone and shows clear pride. The organisation openly states what it wants to achieve next.

For gay, lesbian and transgender people in Netherlands, COC made important steps. From legalising marriages to equal inheritance rights: much achieved, much won.

But rest is not planned. The COC states that Netherlands led worldwide in some areas. They want to take the lead again. Especially on equal rights and social acceptance.

"Let's not go backwards in what we achieved," is essentially the message. The anniversary is not just a party. It's a moment to set clear goals for the future.

The organisation focuses on visibility and safety of LGBTQ+ people. Both in Netherlands and internationally, they state.