Martynas Norbutas

Martynas Norbutas is a former Deputy Minister of Environment in Lithuania who gained public attention for advocating the recognition of civil unions for same-sex couples. He made headlines after marrying his partner in Belgium last year, highlighting the struggles faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in Lithuania. Following a recent ruling by the Lithuanian Constitutional Court allowing same-sex couples to register their unions, Norbutas expressed hope for greater equality and legal protections in his home country.