IDAHOT events in Bangkok documented in video
This great video documents the 25 events which were organised in Bangkok, Thailand, for this year's IDAHOT. A must watch! https://youtu.be/5bPrhJPovUU
IDAHOT Placemats
We all know the problem: Flyers, pamphlets or posters are often ignored or thrown away before even being read. In Geneva however, activists have come up with a fantastic idea on how to make sure people will have a second...
Our annual summary report brings stories and pics from around the IDAHOT planet
The IDAHOT 2015 summary report brings you information and pictures from all continents on the most creative and exciting actions which marked this year's May 17 celebrations. The report is available in High Resolution Low Resolution A photo slide show...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Montenegro
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] The government of...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Belarus
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] In Belarus, the...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Iceland
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] Numerous schools participated...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Cuba
Cuba once again hosted celebrations for the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia with its traditional "Jornadas" against homophobia along the island The VIII "Jornadas" Against Homophobia started on May 5 to Saturday 23. Organized from its first edition in 2007...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Argentina
The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia this year inspired events all around the country. For the third consecutive year, the Human Rights and Cultural Pluralism Agency of the Government of the City of Buenos organised its "Sexual Diversity Day"...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Costa Rica
Various activities were held to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia in Costa Rica organized by the civil society and LGBT/human rights activists. CIPAC, the Ministry of Education MEP, the Ombudsman of the Republic of Costa Rica,...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Panama
Various activities were held in Panama to mark May 17th, International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. The organization New Men and Women of Panama held on May 16, for the second consecutive year, the 2nd Walk Against Phobias of...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Ecuador
Ecuador hosted once again multiple events to mark May 17th. The various actions were developed across the country to make visible the demands of the LGBTIQ community. In the city of Cuenca various activities were carried out in order to...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Nicaragua
Nicaragua hosted one more time celebrations for the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. Many activities were organized by the civil society, LGBT and human rights activists. The National LGBT Committee, which brings together 23 LGBT groups from around the country...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic once again hosted a serie of activities to commemorate the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. The events were organized LGBT activists with support from various European embassies. To mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Peru
Peru was again host to various events organized by civil society organizations to commemorate the May 17th, International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. The presentation of a report on violence against LGBT people, artistic activities and performances took place during...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Uruguay
Uruguay once again hosted the celebration of sexual diversity and gender on May 17th with government activities and civil society organizations. The National Social Agency presented its strategic pathway policy towards comprehensive health care for trans people, entitled "Towards a comprehensive health policy in...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Bolivia
Bolivia once again hosted activities to commemorate the May 17th, International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. From press conferences to a radio program dedicated to the Day, many activities were part of the events organized by LGBT activists and...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Colombia
In the framework of May 17th, International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, various activities were carried out in Colombia. A forum on equal marriage or a photography campaign were part of some of the actions organized by LGBT activists, universities and organizations....
IDAHOT Report 2015: Honduras
Once again Honduras hosted various activities to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. The Rainbow Association held many activities, most notably a film screening and public discussion held at a local university. The activities took place from 13...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Australia
This year, as part of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Australian activists from across the country made tremendous efforts to advance the causes of LGBT equality. As well as being one of the most widely-engaged countries in...
IDAHOT Report 2015: New Zealand
This year many activists across New Zealand came together to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia by addressing the issues facing their local communities. This year the country was named the best in the world for the...
IDAHOT Report 2015: Canada
In North Vancouver local authorities marked the day officially by flying the rainbow flag after activists petitioned for their council to take action for May 17th. In British Columbia LGBTI youth group Out In Schools ran their regular Rise Against...
IDAHOT Report 2015: United States
In the United States of America widespread support was seen across the country. Actions were reported in at least 30 states, as well as in the halls of government, and many Americans from all backgrounds this year helped to make...
IDAHOT Report 2015: United Kingdom
In London leading LGBT charity Stonewall marked the day with a special 'human rainbow' made up of young campaigners in support of LGBTI youth. The event took part two days before IDAHOT on the banks of the river Thames and...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Finland
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] SETA young people...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Kosovo
Pristina saw a variety of IDAHOT celebrations: Find more pictures here: Pristina celebrated the International day against homo-, trans- and biphobia (IDAHOT) on Sunday, 17th of May. This important event “Walk and Dance against Homophobia" organized by three NGO's, CEL,...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Estonia
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] The Estonian LGBT...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Israel
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] The first IDAHOT Football...
Organisations worldwide Speak Up for LGBTQI Youth on IDAHOT
Cover Image: Advocates for Youth Traditionally, many LGBTQI youth organisations and young activists participate in organising IDAHOT celebrations. Even more so this year, as "LGBTQI Youth" had been chosen to be the global focus issue for mobilisation. It can't be doubted that...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Slovakia
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] As part of...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Serbia
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] Report by Labris,...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Madagascar
In Madagascar, the local MSM network with the support of the US Embassy in Madagascar (and in a much smaller scale support from UNAIDS) organized a get-together in their premises (US Embassy) with around 20 members of the MSM network...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Rwanda
On Sunday May 17th, Other Sheep Rwanda joined the rest of the Rwandan LGBTI community to Celebrate the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. [box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Laos celebrated IDAHOT for the first time
In Vientiane, the European Union delegates together with LGBT group Proud To Be - Laos hosted a event in commemoration of the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. The event was attended by more than a dozen people and...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Lesotho
The Matrix Support Group Lesotho organised a IDAHOT march for May 16 in Maseru. This is the third year in a row the event is taking place, with growing attendance. Amongst the many participants was U.S. Ambassador Harrington. Full report of...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Hungary
In Hungary, the celebrations of IDAHOT included a focus on Trans issues at a screening as well as online campaign and a flashmob with hundreds of hands reaching out. [box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Luxembourg signed IDAHO Declaration
On the occasion of IDAHOT 2015, the Minister for Family and Integration in Luxembourg, Corinne Cahen signed the IDAHO Declaration of Intend and therefore commits to battling discrimination and exclusion of LGBTI people. [box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on...
Over 1,000 gathered in Ho Chi Minh City 'Celebrating the Rainbow'
Despite the heavy rains, over 1,000 LGBTI people and allies gathered in Ho Chi Minh City for the public IDAHOT events that were organised by the organisation ICS. Across Vietnam, the IDAHOT events were a major success. The bad weather...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Statues and landmarks being decorated in Poland
In the city of Thorn, activists have adorned landmarks and statues with rainbow flags in celebration of the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. In Krakow, the March for Equality took place once again and at the international IDAHOT vigil people gathered...
IDAHOT 2015 – Otro año Notable
El hito anual en la movilización global de los Derechos Humanos LGBTI ahora se extiende a una semana llena de acción en todo el mundo - Más de 1.000 eventos en 120 países - Muchos aliados se unen, desde las...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Young Advocate in Barbados highlights Importance of IDAHOT
Young lesbian Donnya Piggott has made a huge difference to the lives of LGBTI people in Barbados. For IDAHOT, she shared her story and experience with advocacy for LGBTI Rights in the country in an interview on Gay Star News. [box type="note"...
The International HIV/Aids Alliance Launched "Write us in" Campaign for IDAHOT
Write Us In – a campaign to ensure equitable access to healthcare for LGBTI people Every year millions of marginalised people around the world are denied access to life-saving healthcare. The International HIV/AIDS Alliance launched the campaign – Write Us In – in...
IDAHOT Events 2015: IDAHOT breakfast in St. Martin
On the morning of May 17, SAFE SMX hosted an IDAHOT breakfast on the small Caribbean island of St. Martin. [box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists...
Barack Obama issues statement on the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
President of the United States of America, Barack Obama, has today issued an official statement in support of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. The statement speaks of an American commitment to the human rights and dignity of...
Barack Obama emite declaración sobre el Día Internacional contra la Homofobia, Bifobia y la Transfobia
El Presidente de los Estados Unidos de América, Barack Obama, ha emitido hoy un comunicado oficial en apoyo del Día Internacional contra la Homofobia, Bifobia y la Transfobia. La declaración habla de un compromiso estadounidense con los derechos humanos y...
La campaña Libres e Iguales de la ONU lanza video especial para IDAHOT
La Oficina de Derechos Humanos de la ONU lanzó un nuevo video como parte de su campaña Libres e Iguales contra la homofobia y la transfobia sólo tres días antes de IDAHOT. El nuevo vídeo de 2 minutos, titulado "Caras", celebra las...
IDAHOT Events 2015: IDAHOT Beach party in French Guiana
Gay Attitude Guyane is inviting everyone to join them at the beach to celebrate the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia on May 17. A 'Grill party' is organized on the beach of Buzaré from 10am and in commemoration...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Suriname
The LGBT Platform Suriname has prepared two online campaign to commemorate IDAHOT. [box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Haiti
Facsdis Haiti is inviting the LGBT community and their allies to celebrate a Day against Homophobia, Lesbophobia and Transphobia on May 17 with them. The topic of the event will be gender constructions and there will be debates as well...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Special Focus on LGBT Youth in Guyana
The organisation Sasod Guayana celebrated IDAHOT with two different activities in Georgetown. [box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us,...
UN Agencies and International Institutions Massively Mark IDAHOT Again
United Nations bodies and agencies have been marking the day regularly and always passionately This year again their leaders provide inspirational statements of support to sexual and gender diversities [divider] The UN Human Rights Office today launches a new video...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Norway
The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia was celebrated in a small number of ways this year across Norway as the country is also celebrating its National Day on May 17. [box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Pride in Romania started with IDAHOT
In Romania, ACCEPT - the first national LGBT non-profit organisation in Romania- started their Pride week in commemoration of IDAHOT from May 17. And TRANSform celebrated their birthday on May 17 with a special IDAHOT gift. [box type="note" ]We are still busy...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Croatia
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] In Croatia, Zagreb...
For IDAHOT, IGLHRC asked to imagine a World without LGBT-Phobia
Cover Image source: IGLHRC website In commemoration of the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, the International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission partners and friends to share their vision of a World without Homophobia, Lesbophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia....
IDAHOT Events 2015: 'Equality For All' exposition in Mauritius
The Young Queer Alliance in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy hosted a whole day of performances as well as a poster exhibition in Mauritius. The ceremony for the ‘Equality for All’ poster contest at the IDAHOT celebration took place on Saturday, May...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Discussing Legal and Health Issues in Uganda
In commemoration of the International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT) in Uganda, Freedom and Roam Uganda (FARUG), in conjunction with Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG), hosted this year’s IDAHOT event under the theme” Ending violence and discrimination against LGBT people in Uganda” on...
IDAHOT Events 2015: Singapore
To mark the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT), Oogachaga Singapore has collected thoughts on discrimination based on sexual orientation & gender identity. [box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to...
IGLYO launched Resources for Inclusive Education on IDAHOT
On May 17, IGLYO - the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer Youth and Student Organisation released a resource package for school stakeholders to foster inclusive educational environments. With a focus on youth during this year’s International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and...
IDAHOT events 2015: Gibraltar
Your Gibraltar TV reports: The Equality Rights Group marked International Day Against Homophobia for the fourth year in Gibraltar. Speaking outside John Mackintosh Square today, ERG Chairman was joined by Minister for Justice Gilbert Licudi and Opposition spokesperson Jaime Netto....
UN Free and Equal campaigns launches special IDAHOT video
The UN Human Rights Office launched a new video as part of its Free & Equal campaign against homophobia and transphobia just three days ahead of IDAHOT. The new 2-minute video, "Faces", celebrates the contributions that lesbian, gay, bisexual,...
IDAHOT events 2015 : Kyrgyzstan
[box type="note" ]We are still busy collecting information on this year's IDAHOT activities and are waiting to hear back from activists and event organisers. If you have information to share with us, please write us at contact@dayagainsthomophobia.org[/box] The week against...
Vice-President of European Parliament special statement for IDAHOT
Ulrike Lunacek, Vice-President of the European Parliament, reflects on the EP's role in fighting Homophobia and Transphobia. Ulrike is also member of the IDAHO Committee's advisory board and a long time LGBT activist. "Fighting homo-, lesbo- and transphobia from the...
The IDAHO Committee and UNAIDS join together to mark IDAHOT 2015
As a joint action for the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia 2015, the IDAHO Committee and UNAIDS Latin America had built two infographics with the latest data from Latin America on the following topics: Situation of men who have sex with...
El Comité IDAHO y ONUSIDA se unen en la conmemoración del IDAHOT 2015
En ocasión del Día Internacional contra la Homofobia y la Transfobia 2015, el Comité IDAHO y ONUSIDA Latina presentan dos infografías con los datos más actualizados de América Latina sobre las siguientes temáticas: Situación de los hombres que tienen sexo...
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