The Belgium Bears is a social group run by gay men for gay, bisexual, and trans men, as well as their admirers of all ages, body types, and races who identify with the bear community.
In the realm of gay male culture, a bear often refers to a larger and hairier man who embodies an image of robust masculinity. Bears constitute one of the diverse communities within the LGBT spectrum, characterized by specific events, codes, and a unique cultural identity.