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Argentina IDAHO Report 2013

May 17 in Argentina was marked with a range of activities, various of them focussed on themes of education and bullying. The Comunidad Homosexual Argentina marked the launch of the high profile nationwide anti-bullying campaign, “More Inclusion Without Bullying” which...

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UPDATE OF TRANS MURDER MONITORING (TMM) REPORTS TO MARK MAY 17TH 2013

Transgender Europe’s project ’Transrespect Versus Transphobia Worldwide’ (TvT) is set publish a special update to their widely acclaimed series of publications – the Trans Murder Monitoring (TMM) reports – for IDAHOT 2013. Whilst the group started marking the Day in...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Armenia IDAHO Report 2013

On the evening of May 17, LGBT people and allies gathered in Armenia’s capital Yerevan, near Tumanyan Park, to participate in the Global Rainbow Flashmob. “Few seconds, and the pleasure began: lots of colorful balloons in the sky that have started...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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THE UK’S LESBIAN & GAY FOUNDATION CALLS ON ALLIES TO ’FLY THE FLAG’ FOR IDAHO 2013

The Manchester-based Lesbian & Gay Foundation has just launched a series of initiatives for IDAHO 2013, including the Flying the Flag project, a kiss-in flashmob, and a special May 17th vigil against homophobia, transphobia and bisphobia. Flying the Flag is...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

MAY 17 2013 IN AUSTRALIA – EVENTS LISTINGS

Follow country-wide IDAHO News & Events via facebook : the “IDAHOT-Australia” page Sydney Various events + please see the IDAHO Sydney page on facebook for News & Events also. From organisers: “In Sydney we will be commemorating IDAHO with the...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

“THERE IS NO FEAR IN LOVE”: VIGILS TO BE HELD ACROSS ITALY FOR IDAHO 2013.

Gionata, an Italian network focussed on questions of homosexuality and faith, has announced that a series of vigils will be held on May 17th, in various Italian cities, to remember the victims of hate crimes. Participants will connect with the...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Australia IDAHO Report 2013

In Sydney highlights included the the distribution of the 2013 IDENTITY Catalogue – which represents sexually diverse multicultural minority groups, and the launch of the Your Own Safety Campaign. In Melbourne, activists staged a Die-In for the Global Rainbow Flashmob....

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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NEW EVENTS ANNOUNCED FOR PRIDE WEEK/IDAHO 2013 IN CAMBODIA

The national LGBT Network, Rainbow Community Kampuchea (RoCK), is planning a series of new events in the capital, Phnom Penh, to mark Cambodia’s Pride Week, May 12th – 19th, which will also coincide with International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

“WE WILL NEVER BE SILENT”: JOINT EVENT IN SOUTH AFRICA TO MARK MAY 17TH 2013.

Iranti-Org is coordinating the event that will take place on the 17th May 2013 on the southern side of Africa. The group has invited all LGBTI activists to participate in a joint action for May 17 and has joined forces...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

COUNTDOWN TO MAY 17 2013 – AN UPDATE FROM THE IDAHO COMMITTEE TEAM !

It is now just over a month to go to the 9th annual International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia. This week has seen an incredible amount of information come in about new from all four corners of the world. And,...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

ONE MONTH TO INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA & TRANSPHOBIA 2013 !.

Now’s the time ! It’s now one month to go to the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, on May 17. Each year, this day unites millions of people in a common quest for a better world. Last year actions...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Austria IDAHO report 2013

The global call to organise flashmobs to mark IDAHO was taken up in Austria by the Green Party, whose Youth section inspired activists to organise same sex hand-holding flashmobs in seven major cities across the country (Vienna, Graz, Dornbirn, Kufstein,...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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“RAINBOWFLASH” BALLOON RELEASES FOR MAY 17 2013 IN GERMANY & 7 OTHER COUNTRIES.

If you haven’t yet joined the global mobilisations for May 17 2013, and you’re looking for a public action which can easily be planned in less than 2 weeks, you may want to consider a coloured balloon release, or “rainbowflash”...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Azerbaijan IDAHO Report 2013

Activists from Azerbaijan took part in the creation of the Regional Network Against Homophobia’s Memorandum, dedicated to May 17, which highlighted human rights abuses in 17 countries in the Middle East and North Africa. In specific reference to Azerbaijan, activists...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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THE UK HITS THE 50 EVENTS MARK FOR IDAHO 2013!.

THE UK HITS THE 50 EVENTS MARK FOR IDAHO 2013 ! As we get into the final countdown to IDAHOT 2013, the United Kingdom has emerged as a major hub for commemorations around the Day. Many of the best...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

MAY 17 2013 IN CANADA – EVENTS LISTINGS.

Toronto OUTShine will be holding their First National GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) Summit in Toronto, during May 17 – 20. This will gather together young people and educators from across Canada with a focus on promoting safer and more inclusive schools...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

MAY 17 2013 IN AUSTRALIA – EVENTS LISTINGS.

Follow country-wide IDAHO News & Events via facebook : the “IDAHOT-Australia” page Sydney Various events + please see the IDAHO Sydney page on facebook for News & Events also. From organisers: “In Sydney we will be commemorating IDAHO with the...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Belgium IDAHO Report 2013

Tens of thousands of secondary school children were given pin-on badges and over 100 schools received special educational kits on fighting homophobia. More than 70 municipalities raised the rainbow flag to show their support for International Day Against Homophobia &...

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Belize IDAHO Report 2013

“When last did Belize get a Senator, former Foreign Minister, a first lady and two media houses to join on IDAHO Day to express support or solidarity in Belize? Well never.” – United Belize Advocacy Movement (UNIBAM). The Day in...

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HONG KONG EVENTS LISTINGS 2013.

Hong Kong Pink Alliance. 2013 International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia – Hong Kong Rally. May 12, 2013. Organisers advised “The theme this year is “In.Justice” , to reflect the lack of legal protection from discrimination for different sexual orientations...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Reporte IDAHO2013: Bolivia

Marcha contra la impunidad La comunidad de transexuales, lesbianas, gais y bisexuales (TLGB) de Bolivia marcha por el centro de La Paz hoy, viernes 17 de mayo de 2013, para protestar por la impunidad en que están los crímenes que...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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MAY 17 2013 IN FRANCE – EVENTS LISTINGS

Country wide – 40 French graphic artists will be launching an edited collection, united by the theme of fighting homo/transphobia, especially for May 17 2013. More details, and how to order the book or organise a display of the works,...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Bolivia IDAHO Report 2013

Trans, lesbian, gay and bisexual communities (TLGB) of Bolivia, marched through the centre of the city of La Paz, to mark May 17 2013. The protest was focused on highlighting hate crimes, and the impunity with which they are so...

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Bosnia and Herzegovina IDAHO Report 2013

Activists involved in various LGBTIQA associations in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, commemorated May 17 2013, with diverse cultural and political events from May 13 – 19. Actions included an IDAHO media campaign, film screenings, workshops, music show, lecture, info session...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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MACEDONIA – EVENTS FOR IDAHO 2013 – SAY NO TO HOMOPHOBIA !.

Information about activists’ campaign against hate speech in Macedonia, for International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia 2013. The Association of lesbian,gay, bisexual and transgender persons “LGBT UNITED” Macedonia again this year will celebrate IDAHO day 2013. Organisers advised “Our activities...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

BRAZIL : 117 EVENTS IN ALL 27 STATES FOR IDAHO 2013 !.

Thursday May 9, 2013 Brazilian activists remain at the international front-lines in the global fight against homophobia & transphobia, for IDAHO 2013. Brazil now looks set to be the country with the most events planned in the world around this...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

CAPE TOWN JOINS MAY 17 2013 – VARIOUS EVENTS.

The Cape Town-based LGBT group, Free Gender, together with partners, will be celebrating International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia, with a panel discussion on the 17th, on the subject of “Democracy and Homosexuality in the new South Africa”. Organisers advised...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

TRANS RIGHTS EUROPE MAP TO MARK THE INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA AND TRANSPHOBIA – IDAHOT 2013.

TGEU announces Trans Rights Europe Map to mark the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia – IDAHOT 2013 May 14th 2013 On May 17, more than 100 countries worldwide will celebrate the day when homosexuality was removed from the mental illness...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Botswana IDAHO Report 2013

Having completed a run of performances which were first conceived for IDAHO 2012, innovative script-writer and producer, Kalvin K. Kol-Kes, created a new short play about lesbian lives in Botswana. “BUTCHered” premiered on May 17, 2013, in the creator’s second...

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Brazil : 117 events in all 27 states for IDAHO 2013 !

Thursday May 9, 2013 Brazilian activists remain at the international front-lines in the global fight against homophobia & transphobia, for IDAHO 2013. Brazil now looks set to be the country with the most events planned in the world around this...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Brazil IDAHO Report 2013

As in previous years, the strength and diversity of actions in Brazil was exceptional. Well over 100 actions were reported in total, making Brazil one of just two countries with 100+ events (the other was the UK). Events for May...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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ACTIVISTS FROM 17 NATIONS PUBLISH JOINT STATEMENT FOR MAY 17 2013.

The Regional Network Against Homophobia has published a Memorandum for the 2013 International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia. The Regional Network, established in May 2011, works for the “joint improvement of the legal and social status of the LGBTIQ (Lesbian, Gay,...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

LGBT ACTIVISTS IN SAINT PETERSBURG HAVE IDAHO 2013 CELEBRATION AMID ANTI-GAY OPPOSITION.

LGBT activists from Saint Petersburg had a successful IDAHO celebration in the Field of Mars (Marsovo Pole) today, May 17th. Despite strong opposition from anti-gay groups and representatives of the Russian Orthodox Church, the IDAHO demonstration and Rainbow Flashmob have...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Bulgaria IDAHO Report 2013

For May 17 in Plovdiv, LGBT activists involved the public with a creative photo campaign. Organisers advised, ‘we decided to focus on homophobia in sport. We printed Red and Yellow cards for homophobia and suggested that people take photos of...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Burkina Faso IDAHO Report 2013

The Queer African Youth Networking Center (QAYN) organised a day of action, reflection and community building on May 18th, in line with international celebrations. Activities included a community meeting, a creative photo shoot to feed into the Global Rainbow Flashmob...

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MALAYSIA IDAHOT 2013 ACTIONS TO CHALLENGE TRANSPHOBIA.

LGBT rights activists in Malaysia joined the IDAHOT commemorations, in various ways in 2013, including through various online actions. This week they launched a web-based video campaign to challenge transphobia. The campaign asks questions, in particular, of what it means...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Burma/Myanmar IDAHO Report 2013

For the second year running, LGBT rights activists in Burma/Myanmar held events to mark May 17. Actions for 2013 spanned seven different cities (Yangon, Mandalay, Pathein, Monywa, Kyaukpadaung, Pyay and Kawthaung). 4,000 people joined actions nationwide. Events were supported by...

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Burundi IDAHO report 2013

On May 17, to mark the International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia, a coalition of organisations defending sexual minorities in Burundi launched a powerful new short documentary. The 25 minute film is structured around telling the stories of different LGBT people in Burundi....

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Cambodia IDAHO Report 2013

LGBT activists organized a series of new events in the capital, Phnom Penh, to mark International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia 2013 and Cambodian Pride Week. Workshops were organised on ‘Coming Out because we are not wrong!’ and ‘The beginnings...

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Cameroon IDAHO report 2013

One year after a violent mob attacked a peaceful commemoration, Cameroon saw one of the largest mobilisations in the African continent, for May 17 this year.LGBT organisations Humanity First Cameroon, Affirmative Action and Camfaids Droits De L’homme rolled out a special IDAHO...

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MAY 17 2013 IN CANADA – EVENTS LISTINGS

Toronto OUTShine will be holding their First National GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) Summit in Toronto, during May 17 – 20. This will gather together young people and educators from across Canada with a focus on promoting safer and more inclusive schools...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

Canada canada may 17th Canada IDAHO Report 2013

The First National GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) Summit was held in Toronto, May 17 – 20. This gathered together young people and educators from across Canada with a focus on promoting safer and more inclusive schools for everyone. Organisers also staged...

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China IDAHO Report 2013

Activists from around the country, and internationally, joined forces for actions in different cities including Beijing, Guangzhou and Changsha. A Queer Comrades event in Beijing took aim at Transphobia, and they launched a new documentary film “Brothers” – a pioneering portrayal...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Reporte IDAHO2013: Colombia

1. Izan bandera del arcoiris en la Gobernación de Bolívar en respaldo contra la homofobia El gobernador del estado de Bolivar izó en el balcón central del “Palacio de la Proclamación” la bandera que representa a la comunidad LGBTI, al...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Colombia IDAHO Report 2013

The International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia 2013 in Colombia was marked with various official proclamations, endorsing May 17 actions around the world, and in Colombia. A ‘March for Victory Against Homophobia’ took to the streets of Cartagena, whilst the...

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Reporte IDAHO2013: Centro América

El Salvador Lanzan call center para atención a comunidad en diversidad sexual La Secretaría de Inclusión Social (SIS) inauguró el call center 131 para brindar asistencia y atención a personas lesbianas, gays, bisexuales, transexuales, transgéneros, travestis e intersexuales (LGBTI). http://www.diariocolatino.com/es/20130518/nacionales/115887/Lanzan-call-center-para-atenci%C3%B3n–a-comunidad-en-diversidad-sexual.htm...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Costa Rica IDAHO Report 2013

Kisses, flags and proclamations against homophobia marked the international commemorations in Costa Rica. In the capital, LGBT and human rights activists from various groups came together for a vigil outside the headquarters of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights on...

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Croatia IDAHO Report 2013

In Zagreb, Domino Association/Queer Zagreb hosted a two day International LGBT Media Conference, on May 16-17. The conference drew together a wide range of LGBTIQ groups, individuals and media professionals from across the Balkans and beyond, with a focus on...

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Reporte IDAHO2013: El Caribe

Cuba Cuba en despliegue de actividades por Día Mundial contra la Homofobia La isla contó con actividades toda la semana: Paneles comunitarios, pasacalles, obras teatrales, galas culturales por el respeto a la diversidad. El 17 de Mayo se realizó una...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Cuba IDAHO Report 2013

The island saw activities around the International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia spread over more than a week. Highlights included community panels, theatre, cultural galas, lectures, symposia, workshops, art exhibitions, shows, presentations, book launches, video panels, debates and street demonstrations....

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Czech Republic IDAHO Report 2013

The Czech Republic saw various events organised in Brno and Prague around May 17, including a rainbowflash balloon release, rainbow picnic, book launch, club night and creative workshop. It was also a day, however, for a high profile case of...

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Denmark IDAHO Report 2013

The Day in Denmark was marked by the release of a number of statements, by LGBT groups, human rights associations and the Danish government. The Minister of Gender Equality and Ecclesiastical Affairs, Manu Sareen, also represented the Danish government at...

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Dominican Republic IDAHO Report 2013

Trans (Transexuales, Travestis y Transgeneros) activists were at the forefront of the year’s actions in the Dominican Republic. A rally was organised in the city of Santo Domingo, to protest human rights violations in the country, and to spotlight the...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Reporte IDAHO2013:Ecuador

Plantón y kissing en Guayaquil por el Día Internacional contra la Homofobia En Ecuador se conmemoró el Día Internacional contra la homofobia y la transfobia con un plantón en el centro de Guayaquil. Al final de la congregación varias parejas realizaron...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Ecuador IDAHO Report 2013

LGBTTI activists in Ecuador marked the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia with an encampment in downtown Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city. At the end of the action various partners also took part in a kiss-in, to attract the attention of...

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Egypt IDAHO Report 2013

Egyptian activists marked the year’s commemorations by launching an online campaign for May 11 to be recognised as ‘EDAHO’ (Egyptian Day Against Homophobia), in memory of the Queen Boat (Cairo 52) raid on a gay nightclub in 2001. Of the...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Foro sobre Ley de Identidad en El Salvador para conmemorar IDAHO 2013

REDTRANSAL está organizando un evento que llame a la discusión y generación de un plan de acción para lograr una ley de identidad de género en El Salvador REDTRANSAL, Red de Organizaciones Trans de El Salvador está organizando un Foro...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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El Salvador IDAHO Report 2013

The Day in El Salvador was marked by the inauguration of a new help line to assist and care for LGBTTTI communities, which is supported by the Ministry of Social Inclusion (SIS). Trans activists linked to the group REDTRANSAL (Trans...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Estonia IDAHO 2013 Report

In the capital Tillinn, different LGBT groups hosted an evening of theatre featuring the play The Box. The play dramatises different experiences about what it means to be a minority, and a discussion session with the authors and actors followed...

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Ethiopia IDAHO Report 2013

The Group Rainbow Ethiopia HIV and Social Support Services released a statement to mark May 17, which follows: Rainbow Ethiopia HIV and Social Support Services Solidarity Statement on the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT) 2013 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia...

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Fiji IDAHO Report 2013

Members of LGBT group the Drodrolagi Movement (droMo) marked the International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia 2013 with a whole week of events. The programme included various rainbow-chalking events in the capital city of Suva, a peace vigil, a documentary screening...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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Finland IDAHO Report 2013

In Finland, the International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia is widely recognised and commemorated as ’1705′. Rainbow Communities Association (Sateenkaariyhteisöt Ry) has organized the 1705 campaign since 2006, and this year added to that legacy with a vibrant new series...

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Georgia IDAHO Report 2013

It was events in Georgia that grabbed the majority of international news headlines on the International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia 2013. Violent clashes on May 17 last year left activists uncertain as to what, if any, public action to...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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“RAINBOWFLASH” BALLOON RELEASES FOR MAY 17 2013 IN GERMANY & 7 OTHER COUNTRIES

If you haven’t yet joined the global mobilisations for May 17 2013, and you’re looking for a public action which can easily be planned in less than 2 weeks, you may want to consider a coloured balloon release, or “rainbowflash”...

IDAHO June 17, 2013

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