Launch a Balloon Against Queerphobia! \ud83c\udf88<\/p>\n
Today, May 17, we mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT). It\u2019s a day of solidarity, support, and protest against discrimination and violence targeting LGBTQ+ people. Around the world, this day is traditionally commemorated with actions like mass balloon launches \u2014 a symbol of freedom, hope, and the fight for equality.<\/p>\n
Rainbow balloon flash mobs in honor of IDAHOBIT took place as far back as 2009 \u2014 in Russia, as well as in Ukraine and Armenia around the same time.<\/p>\n
But now, as we all know, with increased repression and stricter laws in Russia, this kind of action can no longer happen as it once did. In today\u2019s Russia, we can no longer take to the streets with colorful balloons. Still, it\u2019s important that all of us \u2014 not just LGBTQ+ people, but also allies and everyone who believes in acceptance, equality, and nonviolence \u2014 have a chance to express protest and take a stand.<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udf88 Moscow Community Center of LGBTQ+ initiatives is launching a virtual IDAHOBIT \u2014 an online balloon release against homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia! This is our chance to come together, to unite, to be with each other even in unsafe times. We invite you to take part in this online action and launch your own balloon in support of equality, acceptance, and love.<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udf88 Launch your balloon here: https:\/\/mcclgbt.org\/against_homophobia<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udd4a Participation is completely safe and anonymous. No login or registration is required \u2014 just click the button and become part of this meaningful event. You can take a stand and show your support without leaving your home.<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udf88 Join us! Launch a balloon, launch hope and love \u2014 take a step toward a better world!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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