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SUMMARY:Trans-Allyship in Action
DESCRIPTION:Cork marks May 17th\, the International Day Against Homophobia\, Lesbophobia\, Transphobia\, and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT) each year with LGBTI+ Awareness Week\, reaffirming our commitment to equality\, inclusion\, and solidarity. \nThis year’s theme\, “Trans Allyship in Action\,” highlights the urgent need for meaningful and active support for trans and non-binary people. At a time when trans rights are increasingly under attack globally\, allyship must go beyond statements of support. It must be a commitment to advocacy\, protection\, and empowerment. \nWe invite you to attend\, engage\, and stand in unwavering solidarity with trans and non-binary people in Cork and beyond. Through a series of events\, discussions\, and community gatherings\, Cork LGBTI+ Awareness Week 2025 will explore what it means to be a true ally in policy\, workplaces\, schools\, healthcare\, and everyday life. \nNearly a decade after the Gender Recognition Act 2015 granted legal recognition to trans male and trans female people in Ireland\, many still face barriers to healthcare\, safety\, and full social inclusion. Hate crimes and transphobic rhetoric are on the rise\, highlighting the need for strong protections and meaningful allyship. While discussions around hate speech legislation continue to evolve\, it remains vital to ensure that all communities feel supported and safeguarded. Together\, we can build a future where trans people are not just accepted but celebrated and protected.
URL:https://may17.org/event/2025-trans-allyship-in-action/
LOCATION:Fitzgerald’s Park\, Mardyke\, Mardyke\, Cork City\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Community gathering
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20260624T051136
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Fiji Coalition Reset Convening
DESCRIPTION:International Day Against Homophobia\, Transphobia and  Biphobia 2025\n“The Power of Communities”\nLocation: Suva\, Fiji (TBC)\nDates: May 15–17\, 2025  \nBackground & rationale \nThe International Day Against Homophobia\, Biphobia\, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)\, observed annually on May 17\, raises awareness of the discrimination and violence faced by  LGBTIQA+ individuals worldwide. Established in 2004\, it marks the 1990 declassification of  homosexuality as a mental disorder by the WHO.  \nMarking IDAHOBIT in Fiji is essential in addressing the persistent stigma\, discrimination\, and  exclusion faced by LGBTIQA+ individuals despite legal protections. While Fiji’s Constitution  prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity\, societal attitudes remain deeply influenced by conservative religious and traditional norms\, often leading to marginalisation in families\, workplaces and public spaces. Many Fijians of diverse SOGIESC  struggle with limited access to safe spaces\, mental health support\, and economic opportunities\,  making community-led initiatives crucial for fostering inclusion and acceptance.  \nThe 2025 theme\, “The Power of Communities”\, highlights the role of collective action in  advancing equality and inclusion. It is especially relevant to Fiji\, where collective structures the Vanua (traditional communities)\, religious groups such as the mandali\, village women and  youth clubs\, and grassroots structures- play a pivotal role in shaping societal attitudes and  policies. Historically\, community mobilisation has driven change in climate justice and  women’s rights\, demonstrating its potential to advance LGBTIQA+ rights and equality. Strengthening solidarity within these spaces can challenge prejudice\, promote allyship\, and  create lasting cultural shifts. By marking ODAHOBIT\, we raise awareness and visibility and  empower communities to drive meaningful changes.  \nOrganising partners \nIDAHOBIT 2025 is organised in partnership between Oceania Pride and the Trans Affirmative Action Guild (TAAG).\nOceania Pride was established in September 2009 as an LGBTIQA+ network for young  people in Fiji. Over the years\, the focus of Oceania Pride has been on mental health\, queer  spaces and Pride activities. The network has carried out digital media projects on acceptance  and IDAHOBIT before. In 2024\, recognising the rise of the anti-gender movement and the  need to mobilise resources effectively\, Oceania Pride was legally registered as a not-for-profit  in Fiji under the Company’s Act 2015. In the past year\, Oceania Pride has also refined its focus  and approach to working with minority communities within the SOGIESC movements  complementing the work of its partners and allies. \nThe Trans Affirmative Action Guild (TAAG) is led and founded by Fijian vakasa\, sian and trans-diverse (VST+) folx during a gathering\, to celebrate Transgender Day of Remembrance (Nov 20) in 2022\, of like-minded individuals. As proud beings of multiple intersections\, we navigate life  respecting humanity\, nurturing ecosystems\, and protecting indigeneity and ethnic and cultural  diversity. We are completely and unapologetically community-centred\, mobilising and drawing  all the inspiration of our programming from the needs of our VST+ constituents. Our YAVU is  lined and strengthened with the fibres of the resilience seen\, heard\, read\, and expressed through  our varying stories and lived experiences.  \nBoth organisations are affiliates of various networks and organisations\, such as the Pacific Sexual and Gender Diversity Network (PSGDN) and the Rainbow Fiji Coalition.  \nEvent objectives\nThe activity is proposed with the following objectives:\n1. Strengthen knowledge and awareness of LGBTIQA+ rights and inclusion in Fiji.\n2. Explore the role of communities in advancing equality and justice.\n3. Initiate discussions for the development of a national SOGIESC inclusion framework.\n4. Equip participants with advocacy\, leadership\, and community-building skills.\n5. Develop collective action plans for the Rainbow Fiji Coalition.  \nExpected outcomes \nThe event is proposed with the following outcomes:\n1. Increased knowledge of LGBTIQA+ rights\, policies\, and advocacy strategies in Fiji.\n2. Strengthened networks and solidarity among activists and allies.\n3. Practical advocacy skills and action plans for community engagement.\n4. A stronger and more connected movement for LGBTIQA+ inclusion in Fiji.\n5. A more robust Rainbow Coalition Fiji.   \nThis 3-day workshop ensures deep learning\, active participation\, and concrete action steps.   \nTarget audience & facilitation partners \nThe 3-day IDAHOBIT workshop will bring together 25-30 participants from diverse backgrounds\, all playing key roles in advancing LGBTIQA+ rights and inclusion in Fiji. The  primary participants include LGBTIQA+ activists\, youth leaders\, community organisers\, human rights defenders\, and allies who are actively engaged in advocacy\, policy reform\, and  community-building. Their participation will strengthen solidarity and equip them with  practical skills to drive change within their respective spaces.   \nAdditionally\, the workshop will engage representatives from civil society organizations (CSOs)\, non-governmental organizations (NGOs)\, and human rights institutions working  on gender equality\, social justice\, and inclusion. Their involvement will help integrate  LGBTIQA+ advocacy into broader human rights and development agendas.  \nRecognizing the influence of traditional and faith-based leaders\, efforts will be made to include  progressive religious figures\, educators\, and community elders who can act as allies in shifting public attitudes and fostering acceptance. Media representatives and policymakers may also be  invited to selected sessions to ensure that advocacy efforts reach wider audiences.  \nThis multi-stakeholder approach ensures that the workshop not only strengthens the  LGBTIQA+ movement but also builds broader societal support\, creating a more inclusive and  accepting Fiji.
URL:https://may17.org/event/2025-rainbow-fiji-coalition-reset-convening/
LOCATION:Suva\, Suva\, Fiji
CATEGORIES:Community gathering,Awareness activity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oceania Pride":MAILTO:oceania.pride@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Festival des Identités et des Cultures des Minorités de Sexe et de Genre
DESCRIPTION:Le FIC-MSG est de retour pour une 2e édition haute en couleurs… et ça commence DÈS DEMAIN 16 MAI 2025 !\n\n\n À l’occasion de la Journée internationale contre l’homophobie\, la biphobie et la transphobie (IDAHOT)\, nous lançons fièrement le Festival des Identités et des Cultures des Minorités de Sexe et de Genre (FIC-MSG) un espace unique pour célébrer nos fiertés\, visibiliser nos existences\, et revendiquer nos droits !\n\n\n Du 16 au 17 mai\, retrouvons-nous pour deux journées de partage\, de culture\, de luttes et de joie collective !\n\n\n Le FIC-MSG\, ce n’est pas qu’un festival :\nC’est un espace de liberté\, de solidarité et de résistance contre toutes les formes de discriminations et de violences qui touchent nos communautés.\n\n\n Nous refusons l’invisibilisation. Nous affirmons nos identités. Nous portons haut nos voix.\n\n\n Les associations membres du réseau BESYP seront présentes pour briller\, inspirer\, dénoncer et agir !\n Ateliers\, expositions\, projections\, témoignages\, performances artistiques\, stands associatifs… une programmation riche vous attend !\n\n\n Viens t’informer\, t’exprimer\, danser\, créer des liens et faire entendre ta voix !\n\n\n Demain\, on se retrouve pour célébrer nos vies\, nos résistances\, nos identités MSG avec fierté et puissance.\n\n\n Ne manque pas le rendez-vous. On t’attend !
URL:https://may17.org/event/2025-festival-des-identites-et-des-cultures-des-minorites-de-sexe-et-de-genre/
LOCATION:BENIN Synergies PLUS Besyp/ ONG\, 229 Abomey-Calavi\, Benin
CATEGORIES:Community gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="BENIN Synergies PLUS Besyp/ ONG":MAILTO:contact@beninsynergieplus.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250516T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260624T051136
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SUMMARY:Love and Resilience in Central Asia: Queer Families
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful talk that sheds a light on unheard queer voices from Central Asia\, their lives\, families\, resistance and survival. \nWhat are everyday realities of queer people across Central Asia? Despite authoritarian regimes\, cultural stigma (sometimes law penalties) and silence around LGBTIQ+ lives\, queer communities continue to thrive\, build kinship\, raise children\, and imagine futures of freedom. \nGuest: Researcher and author\, Mirta Kamil \nModerator: Naida Kucukalic\, Program Coordinator of the Global Unit for Feminism and Gender Democracy at Heinrich Böll Stiftung \nThis is more than an event—it’s a moment of raising visibility\, and a celebration of IDAHOBIT\, despite the backlash! \nMay 17 marks IDAHOBIT — the International Day Against Homophobia\, Biphobia\, and Transphobia — commemorating the historic moment in 1990 when the World Health Organisation declassified homosexuality as a mental disorder. It is not only a day of remembrance\, but also a celebration of the diversity of LGBTIQ+ people worldwide. The theme of 2025 IDAHOBIT is “The power of communities”. See less
URL:https://may17.org/event/2025-love-and-resilience-in-central-asia-queer-families/
CATEGORIES:Community gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Global Unit for Feminism and Gender Democracy":MAILTO:adna.kalajdzisalihovic@de.boell.org
LOCATION:https://may17.org/event/2025-love-and-resilience-in-central-asia-queer-families/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250516T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260624T051136
CREATED:20250523T103637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T103929Z
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SUMMARY:IDAHOBIT-2025: Uniting for Equality\, Dignity\, and Change in Armenia
DESCRIPTION:New Generation Humanitarian NGO (NGNGO) hosted Armenia’s official IDAHOBIT-2025 event under the theme “Power of Communities.” Bringing together LGBTQI+ activists\, diplomats\, civil society leaders\, and government representatives\, the event served as a platform to celebrate community resilience and advocate for equality and dignity. Keynote speeches emphasized the importance of visibility\, solidarity\, and systemic change. The event featured powerful personal testimonies from local and migrant LGBTQI+ activists\, highlighting both the progress achieved and the challenges that remain in building an inclusive society in Armenia. Ambassadors of France\, Canada\, Belgium\, diplomatic representatives of the UK\, Germany\, the UN\, WHO\, and Armenia’s Human Rights Defender’s Office reaffirmed their commitment to human rights and inclusive development. \nNGNGO also organized video campaign dedicated to IDAHOBIT 2025\, where diplomatic representatives of Armenia reflected on a legislative or a policy reform that has positively impacted the LGBTQI+ people and the general society.
URL:https://may17.org/event/idahobit-2025-uniting-for-equality-dignity-and-change-in-armenia/
LOCATION:Yerevan\, Yerevan\, Armenia
CATEGORIES:Community gathering,Awareness activity,Media or campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="NGNGO Armenia":MAILTO:https://ngngo.net/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250516T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250516T180000
DTSTAMP:20260624T051136
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SUMMARY:Atelier créatif pour la journée internationale contre les lgbtphobies
DESCRIPTION:Atelier pour rendre hommage aux militant.es du passé.es et d’aujourd’hui et aux personnes queer violentées dans le monde.
URL:https://may17.org/event/2025-atelier-creatif-pour-la-journee-internationale-contre-les-lgbtphobies/
LOCATION:La Kankaillerie\, Luc-en-Diois\, 26310\, France
CATEGORIES:Community gathering,Art or creative expression
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Gaborone:20250516T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Gaborone:20250516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260624T051136
CREATED:20250515T124938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T124938Z
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SUMMARY:Le Retour x The Story of Sebonta : Community Film Screening and Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:The event will take place on Friday\, May 16 and will bring together LGBTQ+ individuals\, allies\, students and activists for an evening of storytelling\, reflecting and conversation. Through film and open dialogue\, the event will explore the strength and resilience of queer communities in Botswana and beyond.  \nJoin us in celebrating the power of visibility\, solidarity and collective action.
URL:https://may17.org/event/2025-le-retour-x-the-story-of-sebonta-community-film-screening-and-dialogue/
LOCATION:Alliance Française de Gaborone\, Plot 2939\, Mabuto Drive\, Gaborone\, Botswana
CATEGORIES:Community gathering,Art or creative expression
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