HRC Statement on the Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17 Tragedy

Following the news that many aboard Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17 – which crashed yesterday in Ukraine – were advocates and health professionals traveling to the 20th International AIDS Conference in Melbourne, Australia, the Human Rights Campaign released the following statement:

“HRC wishes to extend our condolences to the friends and families of everyone aboard Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17. We are deeply saddened to learn about the deaths of the many HIV/AIDS advocates believed to be on the plane. HRC joins the international community in mourning the loss of all those who lost their lives yesterday, including such dedicated health professionals. They will be sorely missed.”

The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against LGBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all.