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Official global page for the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia - May 17 | A Worldwide Celebration of Gender & Sexual Diversities!
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"The criminalisation of same-sex relationships must end, so must all violence, discrimination & harmful practices against LGBTQI+ communities. On #IDAHOBIT & every day, let’s commit to building a world of respect, dignity & human rights for all around the world" António Guterres
.António Guterres, United Nations Secretary General says "The criminalisation of same-sex relationships must end, so must all violence, discrimination and harmful practices against LGBTIQ+ communities."
On #IDAHOT, thanks to Netherlands at the Council of Europe, the Council of Europe welcomes the Amsterdam #RainbowDress 🏳️🌈, crafted from 64 flags of countries where same-sex relations are still illegal, honouring the resilience of LGBTI individuals and commemorates victims of persecution worldwide.
"Our commitment to human rights isn't a choice; it is our duty – in fact, it is everyone's duty - to ensure a future where freedom, equality, and justice will prevail." UNAIDS Global Q&A with Julia Ehrt, Executive Director of ILGA World linkedin.com/pulse/qa-julia…
UNAIDS sat down with Julia Ehrt, Executive Director of ILGA World, to explore the impact of discrimination on LGBTQ+ lives and health, and ways to protect their rights. Read the Q&A on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/posts/unaids_l… #RightsEqualsHealth