Venezuela IDAHO Report 2012

A range of activities took place in Venezuela for IDAHO 2012, including public “vaccinations” against homophobia in various squares in Caracas.
Activists also pushed for the publication the National University’s policy on discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation and gender identity.
The city of Caracas celebrated the first anniversary of the “Caracas without Homophobia” strategy. In addition, a number of conferences were being held on such topics as homophobia in the workplace and international law, and many radio programs related to the Day will be broadcast. The British Embassy also hosted a reception.
In the city of Valencia in the state of Carabobo, a parade against homo/transphobia was held.
Other activities that took place include radio and TV interviews and forums.