Key Developments
On 19 April 2026, the Rijksoverheid said Secretary of State Judith Tielen awarded the Jos Brink prizes, naming Fleur Pierets for the oeuvre prize and Remco Boxelaar for the innovation prize, highlighting safety and acceptance for LGBTQ+ people.
Key Statistics
- €10,000 for the Jos Brink oeuvre prize awarded to Fleur Pierets
- €1,000 for the Jos Brink innovation prize awarded to Remco Boxelaar
Main Body
On 19 April 2026, the Rijksoverheid said Secretary of State Judith Tielen awarded the Jos Brink Prize. The government announcement stated that the oeuvre prize went to Fleur Pierets for her contributions to the LGBTQ+ movement, particularly for lesbian and bi+ women, and that the innovation prize went to Remco Boxelaar for challenging workplace stereotypes. The statement emphasized the importance of safety and acceptance for LGBTQ+ individuals.
According to the Rijksoverheid, the oeuvre prize carried €10,000 and the innovation prize €1,000. The awards were presented by Secretary of State Judith Tielen, and the government described Pierets’ advocacy focus and Boxelaar’s workplace inclusion work as central to their selection.
The Rijksoverheid characterized the Jos Brink awards as state recognition of ongoing efforts within the LGBTQ+ community. This iteration continued the practice of honoring both long-term contributions and innovative initiatives, as outlined in the announcement.
The government framed the awards as advancing public emphasis on safety and acceptance for LGBTQ+ people, according to the Rijksoverheid. By recognizing advocacy for lesbian and bi+ women and workplace inclusion efforts, the announcement placed visibility and equal treatment on the public agenda and signaled official support for inclusive practices.
