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FILTER RESULTS ►The “M Community”: LGBT Courage in Haiti
In honor of May 17, International Day Against Homophobia, we run an interview with Charlot Jeudy. Jeudy is the president of the Haitian organization KOURAJ, meaning “courage” in Creole.
MEXICO: President Enrique Pena Neito Issues Message Against Homophobia
Yesterday Mexican President Enrique Pena Neito issued the above tweets in recognition of the International Day Against Homophobia. "This May 17, International Day of the Fight Against Homophobia, I endorse my committment to a #InclusiveMexico, free of discrimination. Making Mexico a society of rights implies equality in dignity and eliminating all types of discrimination."
International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
Liberal Democrat MP Jo Swinson marks the government’s commitment to advancing LGB&T equality To mark the 9th International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, the UK is celebrating its status as a world leader in advancing LGB&T equality. Minister for Women and Equalities, Jo Swinson, said: “International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia is an opportunity to [...]
New Infographic Shows LGBT Equality Status Across Europe
As millions of LGBTs and allies around the globe locked lips for the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia today, ILGA-Europe has published an interesting infographic showing the status of LGBT equality in each of the 58 European countries. In the ILGA-Europe Rainbow Map below, green areas show where LGBT equality is most accepted, while [...]
A Worldwide Day of Protest Against Discrimination
Activists around the world marked the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia today. The annual event, begun in 2004, reminds the world that more than 80 countries still criminalize same-sex relationships, and more subtle discrimination against LGBT people continues to exist even in progressive nations. read more
As the World Celebrates IDAHO, Homophobia in Russia is on the Rise
Today, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) individuals and activists around the world will recognize the International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO).
Commemorating International Day Against Homophobia
In a video message, Ambassador Susan E. Rice, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, commemorates International Day Against… more
Video: Georgian gay rights activists attacked by mob on International Day Against Homophobia
On Friday, chaotic clashes broke out in Georgia as an angry mob -- comprised mainly of young men but also including robed priests and some women -- descended on a gay rights rally commemorating International Day Against Homophobia. A...Show More Summary
Queer Talk: Homophobia, Transphobia and the “Hall of Shame”
Today is the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, and also the day Human Rights Watch released their annual LGBT Rights: The 2013 ‘Hall of Shame’ list. The International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia is recognized in over 100 nations. About the first, from Joe My God: First recognized in 2004, IDAHO commemorates the May [...]Show More Summary
U.S. Ambassador to the UN Susan Rice Records 'International Day Against Homophobia' Message: VIDEO
Ambassador to the UN Susan Rice has posted a video marking today's International Day Against Homophobia. Says Rice in the clip: Today, as we commemorate International Day Against Homophobia, we rededicate ourselves to a basic but essential truth – that...
Commemorating the International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia
Today marks the 9th annual International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia. The day is commemorated in more than 100 countries throughout the world, in places as diverse as Australia, Iran, Cameroon and Albania. Many organizations,...Show More Summary
Jarrod S. Chlapowski: South Koreans Sing Against Homophobia (VIDEO)
A few weeks ago I was invited to watch the taping of a video for the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia in Seoul. More and more Koreans are stepping forward in support of LGBT rights, and over 100 Koreans (some gay, most straight) were involved in this production.
Waiting for a revolution: Tackling homophobia in Cuba and beyond
Ed note: This is a guest post by Kelly Castagnaro, Communications Director at the International Planned Parenthood Federation/Western Hemisphere Region (IPPF/WHR). Only days before today, the International Day against Homophobia, a Russian man was beaten, mutilated, and murdered after revealing he was gay to two strangers. His death reminded me of the many other deaths [...]
Human Rights Watch Names 2013 "Hall Of Shame" Anti-Gay Villains
To mark today's International Day Against Homophobia, Human Rights Watch has posted its top four global villains in the battle for LGBT rights. Among those named is Pat Robertson's ACLJ, which has been exporting anti-gay hate across the globe. Show More Summary
Massive Survey of 93,000 Show Most Europe and LGBT People are Living in Fear: VIDEO
A massive survey of 93,000 Europeans taken by The European Union's Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) and released to coincide with the International Day Against Homophobia, which is today, shows that most LGBT Europeans are living in fear. Check out...
TODAY: International Day Against Homophobia And Transphobia
Events and rallies are happening worldwide.
EU report says LGBT face discrimination
Online survey of 93,000 people to mark International Day Against Homophobia finds widespread fear and isolation.
Aussie Rules Football Gives The Boot To Homophobia
The Aussie Rules Football league just launched a new campaign to end anti-gay and other discriminatory language to mark IDAHO (International Day Against Homophobia) on Friday May 17th. The AFL Players’ Association is running a social media campaign titled #Footy4IDAHO. The plan is to spread the IDAHO message through social media channels. OutSports reports: The [...]
Rev. Dr. Nancy Wilson: Celebrate Equality! Work Like Hell for Justice! International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO)
IDAHO is a day to remember that there are countries throughout the world where well-meaning people are being told that LGBT people should be rejected by their families, given shock treatment, converted to fundamentalism, imprisoned or even executed. There is work to do!
Global ‘Kiss-Ins’, Flash Mobs Planned For International Day Against Homophobia And Transphobia
Pucker up, ladies and gentlemen! You’re in for a lip-smackin’ wild ride tomorrow, as global ‘kiss-ins’ and flash mobs are planned around the globe to promote International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. Though independent organizations...Show More Summary
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