Tag: LGBTQ rights
Lesbian Activist Delivers Landmark Security Council Briefing on LGBTQ Rights in Colombia’s Armed Conflict
Marcela Sánchez, a lesbian activist, delivered a powerful speech calling for the protection of LGBTQ individuals and their full participation in peace agreements. This briefing marks a significant step towards inclusivity and equality.
Israel’s Budget Cut for LGBTQ Tolerance Program Raises Concerns
Learn about Israel’s decision to cut the budget for the LGBTQ tolerance program in schools.
Italy Implements Harsh Anti-LGBTQ+ Family Laws
We can only hope that, in the end, the guarantees provided by the Italian Constitution for all families will triumph against unjustified legislation and detrimental judicial decisions.
A New Dynamic Has Appeared in LGBTI Rights Across Europe, Rainbow Map Reveals
As democracy in Europe comes under growing pressure, the annual ILGA-Europe Rainbow Map identifies steps forward on LGBTI rights in several countries.
Disney Opposed Florida’s «Don’t Say Gay» Bill. Republicans Want To End Its State Privileges
Republicans in the Florida Senate advanced a bill Wednesday to revoke an incentive that allows Disney to self-govern.
LGBTQ rights: Germany appoints first ‘commissioner for queer affairs’
For the first time in the country’s history, Germany has appointed a commissioner for the acceptance of sexual and gender diversity. Green Party lawmaker Sven Lehmann will oversee a LGBTQ national action plan.