Marie, auteur/autrice sur PRIDE-SHOP LGBTQIA

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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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Maribor’s Pride Parade Violence

Maribor’s Pride Parade Violence Slovenia : Incidents at Maribor’s Pride Parade During the recent Pride Parade in Maribor, which saw participation from over 300 individuals, there were unfortunate episodes of violence. The event, themed “From Laws to Society,” was meant to be a peaceful demonstration, but it took a turn for the worse. Police Intervention

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Uganda’s Constitutional Court to Review Controversial Anti-Homosexuality Law : Key Developments and Impacts

Uganda’s Constitutional Court to Review Controversial Anti-Homosexuality Law : Key Developments and Impacts The court announced that all legal arguments must be submitted by September 19th, with a conference hearing scheduled for October 2nd. Chapter Four Uganda, one of the petitioners, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to present their case. The petitions were filed shortly

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U.S. Lawmakers Protest the Arrest Gay people at Wedding in Nigeria.

U.S. Lawmakers Protest the Arrest Gay people at Wedding in Nigeria. A group of Black American LGBTQ lawmakers protested outside the Nigerian Embassy in Northwest Washington, condemning the recent arrest and public display of 67 gay individuals at a same-sex wedding in Delta State. The protest was in response to the arrest and the subsequent

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Kentucky gay couple awarded $100.000 after being denied marriage license

Kentucky gay couple awarded $100.000 after being denied marriage license A gay couple in Kentucky, David Ermold and David Moore, has been awarded $100,000 by a federal jury after they were denied a marriage license by a former county clerk, Kim Davis. Davis, who identifies as a born-again Christian, first gained attention in 2015 when

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