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𝐀 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐖𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐱 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐍! In a landmark move, the UN adopted its first-ever resolution addressing discrimination and violence against intersex people (A/HRC/55/L.9). Led by Finland, South Africa, Chile, and Australia, the resolution urges countries to collaborate and tackle: - Stereotypes & Misinformation - Stigma & Taboo - Harmful Practices 𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘹 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐚𝐥? To ensure intersex people can enjoy their full human rights and well-being. Here's what's even better: 𝐍𝐨 𝐔𝐍 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐭! India joined allies like the US, Brazil, France, and Germany in voting yes to safeguard intersex rights. While abstentions aren't explicit support, a majority vote for protection is 𝐇𝐔𝐆𝐄 progress for among the most vulnerable in the LGBTQ+ community. ️ #IntersexRights #UNResolution #EndDiscrimination #ProtectAll #MentalHealthMatters #HumanRightsForAll #NoOneLeftBehind #LGBTQIAInclusion #EqualityForAll #TogetherWeRise

🏳️🌈 Today we recognise the International Day AGAINST Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. 🏳️🌈 The theme for this year is “No one left behind: Equality, freedom and justice for all.” A call for unity: only through solidarity for each other will we create a world without injustice, where no one is left behind. IDAHOBIT is celebrated on May 17th every year as it commemorates the day in 1990 when the World Health Organisation (WHO) declassified homosexuality as a mental disorder. (Can you believe how recent this is?!) International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia is a global campaign raising awareness about the ongoing discrimination, violence, and marginalization faced by LGBTQ+ people. Despite the perceived increase in tolerance globally, cities such as London are experiencing a constant rise of homophobic attacks (https://lnkd.in/eaVS2U9a) and hate crimes (https://lnkd.in/efSabKvc). The goal today is to drive positive change, and join in celebrating with more than 130 countries around the world. 🌍 🌎 🌏 It is also important to remember that these phobias don’t just live outside of the LGBTQ+ community, but also within it. 💭So how do we challenge this and take action? 💭 📖 Here are some great resources: 🌈 Why standing up to LGBTQ+ hate is important - PinkNews https://lnkd.in/eVhyJwK9 🌈 How to be an LGBTQ+ Ally - HRC https://lnkd.in/efiFknz9 🌈 Bisexual Resources - HRC https://lnkd.in/eFigbAzs 🌈 Trans Resources - HRC https://lnkd.in/eTzrthPG 🌈 Bi Visibility in the Workplace - HRC https://lnkd.in/eD4yyXMU 🌈 ILGA LGBTQ+ Criminalization Map - https://lnkd.in/eHNAncFX Co-created by Quentin Lauth and Liv F. @HubSpot #IDAHOBIT #IDAHOBIT2024 #LGBTQAwareness #Pride #Allyship #DiversityandInclusion #DIB #DEI

Stand Together Against Discrimination: International Day Against Transphobia, Homophobia, and Biphobia Today, on May 17th, we observe the International Day Against Transphobia, Homophobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). This significant day commemorates the 1990 decision by the World Health Organization (WHO) to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder. It serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and the urgent need to address the discrimination and violence faced by the LGBTQ+ community. On this day, let’s pledge to stand against all forms of transphobia, homophobia, and biphobia. By working together, we can build a world where everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, can live authentically and without fear of discrimination or violence. Let’s honor the bravery of those who continue to fight for their rights and remember that each of us has a role to play in this ongoing battle for equality. Stand up, speak out, and make a difference today and every day. #IDAHOTB #LGBTQRights #EqualityForAll #StandAgainstHate #LoveIsLove #InclusionMatters #StopTheHate #DiversityandInclusion #HumanRights #LGBTQCommunity #SupportTransLives #FightTransphobia #FightHomophobia #FightBiphobia #PrideMonth #EqualRights #TogetherWeRise #AllLoveIsEqual

The international Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) is observed on 17th May every year. The main purpose is to raise awareness of violence, discrimination, and repression of LGBT communities worldwide and advance the rights of people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expression, and sex characteristics. This year’s theme for IDAHOBIT is “No one left behind: equality, freedom and justice for all”. The world has just celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which contains the statement “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights”. This statement represents a promise that is not yet fulfilled, especially for many LGBTQ+ people across the world. LGBTQ+ people in later life often experience discrimination and marginalisation as well as discriminatory attitudes in care settings such as heterosexism, homophobia, biphobia and transphobia. They might also be at greater risk of abuse (e.g. by other residents, visitors), poor or even inadequate care and support. Recent research highlights the risks for LGBTQ+ people with cognitive impairments and the need for sensitive and respectful practice in order to provide a space where LGBTQ+ people, feel safe to be themselves. #IDAHOBIT #impact #socialcare References: * IDAHOBIT 2024 theme: “No one left behind: equality, freedom and justice for all” ~ may17.org * Universal Declaration of Human Rights | United Nations * ageuk.org.uk * About ~ may17.org

Myth or Fact: Domestic violence is less common in same-sex relationships🌈. This is a myth! It's Pride Month - take a moment to explore more about #domesticviolence in LGBTQ relationships here: https://lnkd.in/gaVCxNXx #mythorfact #LGBTQ #pridemonth #loveshouldnthurt #wesupportsurvivors #domesticviolenceawareness

When you think of survivors of domestic violence, who do you picture? Many studies report the effects of domestic violence within the context of a heterosexual relationship and focus on cisgender people (people whose gender corresponds with their birth sex). However, advocates and mandated reporters need to be aware of how intimate partner violence (IPV) affects all communities. In fact, members of LGBTQ+ communities are at a similar or even greater risk of experiencing IPV within their lifetime. This #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, make sure you know how this widespread tragedy affects all communities so you can better advocate for victims and survivors. https://lnkd.in/gpNHiFa3

It was created in 2004 to draw the attention of policymakers, opinion leaders, social movements, the public and the media to the violence and discrimination experienced by LGBTQ+ people internationally. In under a decade, May 17 has established itself the single most important date for communities to mobilize on a worldwide scale. The Day represents an annual landmark to draw the attention of decision makers, the media, the public, opinion leaders and local authorities to the alarming situation faced by lesbian, gay, bisexuals, transgender and intersex people and all those who do not conform to majority sexual and gender norms. May 17 is now celebrated in more than 130 countries, including 37 where same-sex acts are illegal, with 1600 events reported from 1280 organizations in 2014. These mobilization unite millions of people in support of the recognition of human rights for all, irrespective of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia is not one centralized campaign; rather it is a moment that everyone can take advantage of to take action. The date of May 17th was specifically chosen to commemorate the World Health Organization’s decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder. The International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia has received official recognition from several States, international institutions as the European Parliament, and by countless local authorities. Most United Nations agencies also mark the Day with specific events. #ablgbt #ab #yyc #yeg #alberta #ablgbtchamber #businessAB #supportlocal #albertabusiness #supportlocalalberta

A new research project led by Professor Adam Bourne, Director of the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society, will explore perpetration of sexual violence among LGBTQ+ people. The project is funded by Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety (ANROWS), a government initiative that is part of Australia’s National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children. “A growing body of research shows that lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and other sexuality and gender diverse people experience disproportionately high levels of sexual violence across their lives,” says Professor Bourne. The project aims to generate actionable knowledge to respond to sexual violence against LGBTQ+ people. It will also inform the development of effective prevention initiatives and interventions for people who use sexual violence against LGBTQ+ people. Professor Bourne says the findings have the potential to improve health, social and justice outcomes. “We hope this research will inform the development of new theoretical or explanatory frameworks that account for LGBTQ+ people’s experiences.” Find out more: https://bit.ly/3N95sid #LaTrobePsychologyAndPublicHealth #ARCSHS #LaTrobeUniversity 

Happy #AceWeek! 💜♠️ Asexuality is a commonly misunderstood sexuality even within the LGBTQ+ community so today we want to set the record straight on some of the challenges asexual people are currently facing. 🚨 Acephobia: Asexual people are often dehumanised and have the legitimacy of their orientation questioned, facing scepticism and confusion when they come out. 🚨 Protection: Asexual people have little in the way of legal protections and are rarely included in conversion therapy bans. 🚨Healthcare Access: The asexual community reports troubling experiences accessing healthcare. Medical professionals may treat asexuality as a mental illness or withhold care from asexual patients. 🚨Violence: Asexual people are more likely to experience sexual violence or be subject to 'corrective rape'. 🚨Visibility: There is extremely limited representation for asexual folk in media. When asexuality does appear it is often presented in harmful and misinformed ways. 💌 Want to book a session on asexual inclusion? Email hello@wecreatespace.co 💻 Check out our full range of corporate solutions: https://lnkd.in/d8zk5sf #InclusionMatters #Asexuality #DEI

Day 8 #16daysofactivism What Will It Take? Centring Trans Expertise. #NoExcuse Preventing and responding to sexual, domestic and family violence must include trans expertise. Trans people, particularly trans women and trans feminine people, experience disproportionate rates of violence because of compounding systems of oppression including cisnormativity, heteronormativity and misogyny. LGBTQ+ people, Brotherboys and Sistergirls deserve well-resourced and specialised services responding to their experiences of sexual, domestic and family violence.  Transfemme is a website designed to promote healthier dating and relationships between trans women and cisgender men. Developed by the Zoe Belle Gender Collective (ZBGC), this world leading resource and expertise is needed now more than ever as we see trans people weaponised for perceived political gain. A life free from violence is possible, and that includes trans lives. https://hubs.li/Q02ZX0MG0