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Celebrating the Repeal of 377 in India – and Reflecting on What Is Next
September 13, 2018| Contributed by Nicholas Zeitlinger - OutRight Intern
At the beginning of 2018, more than 3 billion people lived under the cloud of colonial-era anti-LGBTIQ statutes prohibiting and penalizing ‘gay sex’ all around the world.
With the decriminalization of homosexuality for 1.3 billion people in India through a landmark decision by the Indian Supreme Court, a massive victory was won.
Why The Pink Dot And LGBTIQ Movement in Singapore is Ready
August 1, 2018| Contributed by Paul Jerusalem - Outright Intern
This year, Singapore’s Pink Dot movement celebrated its 10th year, celebrating the freedom to love for all people including people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer. Among LGBTIQ celebrations worldwide, Singapore presents a bundle of contradictions to the external observer, with inclusivity being celebrated while foreigners are kept out of the festivities.
Negotiating the 2018 Ministerial Declaration
July 25, 2018| Contributed by Heather Regen - UN Program Intern
This July, as Croatia scored two goals and knocked England out of the World Cup, cheers from the game echoed into meeting rooms throughout the United Nations. While some diplomats watched the match, others focused on a different kind of goal. UN Member States, civil society organizations, and UN entities had gathered for the High Level Political Forum (HLPF).
Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights for All!
July 19, 2018| Contributed by Felicity Daly - Global Research Coordinator
A ground-breaking new definition of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) will help LGBTI people access sexual and reproductive health information and services. The report from The Lancet and Guttmacher Institute Commission on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights affirms that achieving sexual and reproductive health relies on people being able to realize their sexual and reproductive rights.
HLPF: Statement In Response To Jamaica's Voluntary National Review at the UN
July 17, 2018| Contributed by OutRight UN Program
During the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF), countries present “Voluntary National Reviews” (VNRs) that are reports on the progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals.
Quezon City: An Example of SDG 11 in Practice
July 16, 2018| Contributed by Ging Cristobal - Asia Program Coordinator
The United Nations slogan, as part of the commitment to Agenda 2030, to “Leave no one behind,” should mean no one is forgotten, marginalized, or forced to be silent. “Leaving no one behind,” means inclusion and the need for consultation from all those concerned when programs and standards are set by cities and states.
"Crossdressing" Case Raises Deep Issues of Human Rights and Social Justice for Region
July 12, 2018| Contributed by Guest blogger
This article and press release was first released by the Society Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination (SASOD Guyana)
UN Program Brief Explains Why LGBTI Persons Must Be Included In The Efforts To Achieve Sustainable Development Goal 11
July 9, 2018| Contributed by OutRight UN Program
Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
Intern Spotlight: A Pride Month Interview with Paul and Dharsan
June 30, 2018| Contributed by Emma Rosner - OutRight Comms Intern
Meet Paul, our new Operations Intern, and Dharsan, our Asia and Pacific Islands Intern! In honor of Pride Month and the start of summer, we wanted to introduce a few of our new interns and learn more about them by getting their takes on Pride, identity, international LGBTIQ human rights, celebrating diversity, and the best queer jams.
Embracing Diversity Beyond the Rainbow: Popvibe’s Pride Bracelet
June 27, 2018| Contributed by Pau Jerusalem - Outright Intern
OutRight Action International is grateful to be Popvibe's beneficiary for the proceeds from the Pride Bracelet, which "holds all the strength, love & colors representing this multi-cultural community."
Intern Spotlight: A Pride Month Interview with Dana
June 26, 2018| Contributed by Emma Rosner - OutRight Comms Intern
Meet Dana, our new Development Intern! In honor of Pride Month and the start of summer, we wanted to introduce a few of our new interns and learn more about them by getting their takes on Pride, identity, international LGBTIQ human rights, celebrating diversity, and the best queer jams
Applications Are Now Closed - Thank You For Applying To Advocacy Week
June 25, 2018| Contributed by OutRight
Applications close for the OutRight global LGBTIQ movement to advocate at the United Nations. Every December, OutRight hosts LGBTIQ activists from around the world in New York for a week of high level meetings and activities around Human Rights Day (December 10th).
What an inspiring week in Seattle!
June 18, 2018| Contributed by OutRight
OutRight was honored to welcome our United Nations expert Siri May, along with UN Human Rights Officer Fabrice Houdart and EnGendeRights Founder Clara Rita Padilla, for a series of events to share their experience fighting for global LGBTIQ human rights.
World Health Organizations Says Being Trans Is Not A Mental Disorder
June 18, 2018| Contributed by Rashima Kwatra - OutRight Communications Officer
Today, the World Health Organization announced the release of the International Classification of Diseases-11. The revision comes 18 years after the last ICD was implemented. In a historic move, hard fought by trans groups and advocates as well as experts and professionals, being trans is no longer considered a mental disorder.
Pride Tees and Apparels That Support LGBTIQ Human Rights Causes
June 4, 2018| Contributed by Paul Jerusalem - Outright Intern
Monochromatic Tees and Apparel for a Colorful Spectrum of Social Causes - We were thrilled to hear about Social Cell Supply Co., a Canadian company which produces apparel and other goods, printed with typographic designs, with the goal of funding and raising awareness about various social issues. At the time of the writing of this feature, these social issues include racial, gender, and sexual equality.
