September 2023 - Page 2 of 4 - PRIDE-SHOP LGBTQIA

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Romania Government Same-Sex Marriage Recognition

Romania Government Same-Sex Marriage Recognition The Romanian government is contemplating legislation to recognize same-sex marriages conducted within any European Union country. However, NGOs, including ACCEPT, argue that the proposed law fails to ensure equal rights for the Romanian LGBT community. The legislation comes in response to rulings from the CJEU and ECHR, emphasizing the respect

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Demonstrators Convene in Central Montreal to Discuss Sex Education and LGBTQ Rights

Demonstrators Convene in Central Montreal to Discuss Sex Education and LGBTQ Rights In a recent gathering in central Montreal, hundreds convened to voice their opinions on LGBTQ rights and sex education in Quebec. The demonstration, part of the 1 Million March 4 Children, saw parents and supporters advocating for and against the inclusion of LGBTQ

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Kenya LGBT Community Rights

Kenya LGBT Community Rights In a recent development in Kenya, Bishop Hudson Ndeda has publicly urged the Supreme Court to reconsider its decision allowing the LGBT community to form associations, highlighting ongoing tensions and debates surrounding LGBT rights in the country. The controversial “Family Protection” bill, which proposes criminalization of homosexuality, is still awaiting a

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U.S. Census Bureau Proposes LGBTQ+ Inclusion in American Community Survey

LGBTQ+ Inclusion in American Community Survey The U.S. Census Bureau has proposed to the Biden administration the inclusion of questions about sexual orientation and gender identity for individuals aged 15 and above in the American Community Survey, which annually collects data from about 3.5 million households on various topics. This initiative aims to understand disparities

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LGBTQ+ Struggles in Russia : Activism, Support, and Global Implications

Amidst growing hostility towards the LGBTQ+ community in Russia, activists persist in their efforts to support and advocate for rights. Centre-T, a significant organization in Saint Petersburg, aids the transgender community with medical care, hormonal treatments, and assistance for those seeking to leave Russia. However, they face challenges such as being labeled a “foreign agent”

France's €2 Million Global LGBT+ Rights Pledge

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France Pledges €2 Million for Global LGBT+ Rights: A Milestone in Foreign Affairs

France’s €2 Million Global LGBT+ Rights Pledge France is firmly committed to the rights of LGBT+ people by creating a fund of 2 million euros. This initiative aims to support LGBT+ rights defenders globally and promote equality and justic France’s LGBT+ Rights Support with €2 Million Global LGBT+ Rights Pledge France has recently established a

Hispanic Federation's Frankie Miranda Advocates for LGBTQ+ Latinx Rights

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Frankie Miranda : First openly queer president of the Hispanic Federation

Frankie Miranda : First openly queer president of the Hispanic Federation Frankie Miranda, the Hispanic Federation’s first openly queer president, highlights the damaging effects of anti-LGBTQ+ policies and advocates for the rights and inclusion of the LGBTQ+ Latinx community. His leadership has paved the way for initiatives supporting and protecting this community amidst a challenging

Tennessee Welcomes Its First Transgender Lawmaker

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Tennessee Breaks Barriers with Election of First Transgender Lawmaker, Olivia Hill

Tennessee Election of First Transgender Lawmaker Olivia Hill In a historic move, Nashville elects Olivia Hill as Tennessee’s first transgender lawmaker. Amidst a backdrop of controversial state laws, Hill’s victory shines as a beacon of hope for the LGBTQ community. Nashville has made history by electing Olivia Hill, the first transgender lawmaker in Tennessee. This

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Rwanda Activists want trans and intersex legal rights

In Rwanda, a forefront nation in LGBTQ+ rights, there’s a growing push for stronger legal safeguards for transgender and intersex individuals. Although the country is relatively accepting, discrimination persists, as experienced by transgender woman Maily Isaro. While same-sex relationships aren’t illegal, there’s a demand for better protection against bias and violence. Many young LGBTQ+ members

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Mexico City’s Pioneering Mausoleum for Transgender Women

Mexico City’s Pioneering Mausoleum for Transgender Women In a groundbreaking move, Mexico City has introduced a dedicated mausoleum for transgender women, with capacity for 149 individuals. Among those to be honored is Paola Buenrostro and Indigenous activist Guadalupe “Lupilla” Xiu. Kenya Cuevas, a prominent transgender rights activist, has been closely associated with the project, emphasizing

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