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May 17th around the world
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Australia
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Choir launches song writing context for IDAHO 2012
Harnessing the power of song and the internet, Sydney Gay & Lesbian Choir has launched an exciting project to celebrate diversity and speak out against discrimination and violence towards gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (GLBTQI) people.
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The IDAHO Annual report brings stories and images from over 90 countries.
The annual report on the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia 2011 can now be accessed in this section.
Activists from over 90 countries took action this year on or around May 17, confirming once more the relevance of the Day as a unique entry point for action. With activity reports, including on media coverage, coming in from many countries, the IDAHO Committee estimates that the Day has provided the opportunity to impact at least 200 million people worldwide.
This (...)
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Global free daily METRO celebrates IDAHO with LADY GAGA as Editor in Chief
The global free daily paper METRO covered the Day in all its 19 national editions, which were distributed to 17 million people and included a full two-page article on human rights and LGBT people, an initiative that was part of a much noticed special issue edited by pop star Lady Gaga.
The diva, who is well-known for her commitment to LGBT rights, expressed her wish "that Humanity could find Togetherness. We are all different and it is that which makes us the same. Be yourself, love who (...)
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Rainbow Flashmob international initiative
An impressive list of 50 cities participated in the second edition of the international initiative inviting people to gather in public on May 17 and release balloons in the colors of the rainbow flag.
Originally started in Russia, this year the initiative gained also the participation of activists from Russia, Germany, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Singapore, Czech Republic, Belarus and Poland.
The initiative’s site provides reports, videos and (...)
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Estonia
IDAHO report 2011 - ESTONIA
Estonia had an action on IDAHO this year for the first time. First The Gender Equality and Equal Treatment Commissioner of Estonia held a discussion on LGBT issues of Estonia. After that more than 30 people gathered on the main square in Tallinn with balloons and let them fly.
Volunteers handed out flyers with information about the upcoming Pride event.
The event was organised by Estonian Gay Youth, member of the Estonian National Youth Council.
More pics and info on the event’s (...)
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South Africa
IDAHO report 2011 - South Africa
The South African François Nel, newly elected Mr. Gay World 2011, paid tribute to activists throughout Africa and stood up against “corrective” rapes in South Africa by editing a special IDAHO video and holding a public community event in Pretoria on May 17.
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Uruguay
IDAHO report 2011 - Uruguay
In Montevideo, a roundtable was organized by LGBT organisations and UN agencies on the theme “Social Inclusion, Human Rights and the Fight against Homophobia” to draw attention to the persistent homophobia in the country in spite of legal advances, and advocated for educational programs and teacher trainings.
Members of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence held an evening vigil in front of the Parliament to remind of the specific stigma and discrimination faced by HIV+ (...)
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Spain
IDAHO report 2011 - Spain
Numerous events marked the Day around the country through the end of May: marches for diversity; vigils and church services against hate and violence; sports tournaments; kiss-ins; stunts and flashmob events; storytelling on diversity for children; film festivals; and countless interventions in schools, universities, police stations, hospitals to sensitize against persistent forms of homophobia and transphobia in spite of the progressive Spanish legal environment and social climate. (A (...)
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Romania
IDAHO report 2011 - Romania
Activists joined in the Walk with Pride project, and the photographs were displayed at a public event in Bucharest with live DJ music and speeches from the LGBT community members
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New Zealand
IDAHO report 2011 - New Zealand
Otago University students celebrated what seems to be the first IDAHO event in the country: a “Diversity Week,” that included film screenings, dance courses, a queer poetry workshop, panel discussions, an “Arts Day” and several other political and social events.
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United Nations
Ban Ki Moon defends rights of sexual and gender minorities at Africa Union Summit
 Speaking at the Summit of the African Union on January 29, 2012, UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon specifically mentioned the violent political and social oppression, which sexual and gender minorities face throughout the continent.
Addressing leaders who often use homophobic and transphobic hate speeches as a smoke screen to hide their mismanagement of public affairs, M Ban Ki Moon noted :
"Yes, trade and investment are crucial for development. But Africa’s future also depends on (...)
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United Nations
IDAHO Committee welcomes historic UN report
 Media brief. December 15th, for immediate release.
The IDAHO Committee welcomes the publication on December 15 by the Office of the UN’s High Commissioner for Human Rights, of the first ever report in UN history dedicated to those whose human rights are violated because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
The IDAHO Committee welcomes the publication on Dec 15th by the Office of the UN’s High Commissioner for Human Rights, of the first ever report in UN history dedicated to those (...)
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UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon speaks out against Homophobic bullying
 During a round table discussion in New York on Dec 8th, 2011, UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon affirmed that homophobic bullying of young people constitutes a “grave violation of human rights,” and urged States to take the necessary measures to protect their citizens from violence and discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation and gender identity.
From UN report:
“Bullying of this kind is not restricted to a few countries but goes on in schools and local communities in all parts of (...)
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United Nations
UNESCO opens conference on homophobic and transphobic bullying in schools
 UNESCO has launched the United Nations’ first-ever international consultation to address bullying against LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) students in schools and universities.
UNESCO has launched the United Nations’ first-ever international consultation to address bullying against LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) students in schools and universities.
Recent studies such as the Council of Europe’s Discrimination on Grounds of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (...)
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United Nations
UN Resolution on Human Rights, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity - Text now available in all UN languages
 Mid June, a historic resolution has been presented by South Africa at the Human Rights Council and adopted by a majority of its members. The resolution, the first ever to mention Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, affirms the universality of human rights, and notes concern about acts of violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
It requests the High Commissioner for Human Rights to prepare a study on violence and discrimination on these grounds, and (...)
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International initiatives
Walk With Pride - Photo exhibition goes international for IDAHO 2011
 For the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia 2011, the international photo project "Walk with Pride" developed by Charles ’Chad’ Meacham and Sarah Baxter goes global.
The exhibition was shown simultaneously in more than 20 locations around the world, including at the European Parliament.
Find out more about Walk With Pride
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UNESCO Adresses Discriminations of LGBT People for the First Time at Top Level
 For the first time in the UN Agency’s History, discriminations on the ground of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity were denounced at Director General level.
In a short but powerful speech, current Director General Irina Bokova voiced the Organisation’s conviction that "Discrimination can find roots sometimes in the fabric of societies, within cultural behaviours and customs. At UNESCO, it is our responsibility to examine and understand such roots and it is our duty to declare that (...)
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United Nations
Historic Decision at the United Nations
Media release, June 17th
Human Rights Council Passes First-Ever Resolution on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
(Geneva, June 17, 2011) In a groundbreaking achievement for upholding the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), the United Nations Human Rights Council has passed a resolution on human rights violations based on sexual orientation and gender identity (L.9/Rev.1).
The resolution, presented by South Africa along with Brasil and 39 additional (...)
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United Nations
From the UN: "Equal rights for everyone, whomever they love"
 Equal rights for everyone, whomever they love United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay has renewed her call for States to confront prejudice towards lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgender (LGBT) persons.
In a new video message, Pillay talks about recent violent attacks against LGBT people in Brazil, Honduras, South Africa and, the United States, stressing that such incidents are not isolated but part of a global problem. The video is available in English with, (...)
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International initiatives
African Activists Oppose Cuts To Ugandan Aid
 Responding to the anti-homosexuality bill in Uganda by cutting off international aid to the country might not be a good idea.
That was the message on Tuesday from LGBT activists from Africa who participated in a panel discussion on the impact of homophobia in developing countries at the World Bank Headquarters.
The panel was sponsored by several organizations — including UNAIDS, World Bank GLOBE, Inter-American Development Bank GLOBE and the Council for Global Equality — to observe the (...)
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