In 2002, Legebitra joined ILGA Europe, an independent international non-governmental umbrella organization that today connects 400 organizations from 45 European countries. It was founded in 1996 and is part of ILGA, which has been operating since 1978. In its first years of existence, Legebitra also became a member of IGLYO (International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Youth and Student Organization).