Outright International

A lot went down at this year’s United Nations #CSW69. Here are our takeaways: ???? Our stories on our terms. LBTI women shared compelling stories of their experiences at the #UN in spaces with those who opposed us. At one point during an event, opposition conservatives were visibly moved by the stories of our experiences. This is how we change minds and safeguard our rights at the highest levels. ???? We didn’t just hold the line - we made progress. For the first time, the term “Gender-Based Violence” was included in the CSW Political Declaration, an internationally recognized policy document on gender equality, marking a milestone in official UN documentation. Intersex advocacy received direct support from the UN Secretary General, who committed to fully supporting future initiatives. ???? Nurturing emerging leaders. Young feminist LGBTIQ advocates (many of whom we’ve nurtured through our programs) led key conversations in UN spaces. Their expertise is no longer emerging; it’s recognized, institutional, and actively shaping policy to ensure no one is left behind. ???? Governments are advancing a progressive agenda because we fought for it. LGBTIQ voices are increasingly sought after for both our expertise and our broader contributions to UN work, with governments and UN leadership placing increasing trust in us to advise them on our issues. Progress happens when we show up - strategically and relentlessly. Support this work: https://lnkd.in/guQHUtTc Photos from our Lesbians* of The World Unite! Demonstration by D.J. Lehrhaupt #CSW69 #HumanRights #LGBTIQ #UNAdvocacy

On March 13, 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union #CJEU issued a historic ruling in case C-247/23, setting a key precedent in protecting trans people’s rights across Europe. In a case involving #Hungary, the Court determined that requiring people to have surgery in order to legally change their gender constitutes an unjustifiable restriction on their fundamental rights. The ruling confirmed that legal recognition should never come at the expense of bodily autonomy or human dignity. Learn more about the international importance of this ruling amid global attacks on #trans rights: https://lnkd.in/gGhm999Y

In response to the United States government's reversal of a decade and a half of support for advancing the safety, equality, and inclusion of LGBTIQ people, Outright issued a report on how LGBTIQ organizations worldwide have been affected by the U.S. foreign assistance freeze and retreat from its global human rights leadership role. Click to learn how the funding freeze disproportionately impacts LGBTIQ people and the severe damage it's causing to grassroots organizations around the world. Want to do something but don't know where to start? 1. Send this post to a friend! 2. Check out our website to download the report + discover more ways to support the human rights of LGBTIQ people around the globe: https://lnkd.in/gjG4XfWq

As a founding partner of Newday Inform, we remain grateful for our partnership with Newday Impact Investing and look forward to a future of collaboration that will continue to drive progress for LGBTIQ communities around the world. ?? ?? https://lnkd.in/eQ_uvmKy

Thirty years ago, Bev Ditsie made history at the United Nations' Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing. As the first openly lesbian woman to address the UN, she called on governments to recognize that lesbian rights are human rights and that all women, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, deserve full inclusion in global gender equality efforts. Today, three decades later, the fight continues. Bev joined Outright International on a special episode of the Outright Proud Podcast to reflect on that pivotal moment, the ongoing struggles for LGBTIQ inclusion, and how today's activism must adapt to a world where hard-fought gains are increasingly under threat: https://lnkd.in/gGGWafhJ #CSW69 #Lesbian #UnitedNations #LesbianRights #HumanRights #OutrightProud #LGBTIQ

Outright International strongly condemns the passage of a law in #Hungary on March 18, 2025, that bans Pride events, framing them as a threat to the “physical, mental, and moral development” of children. This discriminatory legislation, which makes holding a public Pride event a criminal offense, is a blatant violation of the fundamental rights to freedom of assembly, expression, and non-discrimination for LGBTIQ people and their allies in Hungary. Hungary’s parliament passed the law in a hurried fashion, in a context in which Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is advancing broad crackdowns on civil society in the lead-up to the 2026 general elections. The law caters to Orbán’s base, perpetuating harmful stereotypes that LGBTIQ people are a danger to society, particularly to children. Such rhetoric is a deliberate attempt by the ruling party to achieve political gain by stigmatizing and marginalizing LGBTIQ communities, further entrenching discrimination and exclusion. Get the full story and hear directly from advocates on the ground: https://lnkd.in/giBGqMKw #Ban #Pride #ViktorOrban #LGBTIQ #Freedom

Digital spaces should be safe for everyone—but they’re not. As internet access expands, online violence, abuse, and harm against marginalized communities, including LGBTIQ people and women of all sexual and gender identities, is on the rise. Our latest report, “Lesbian, Bisexual, and Queer Women: An Overview of Emerging Security Threats,” dives into research from Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam, uncovering the ways LBQ women in Asia experience digital violence and how it impacts their lives. ?? What’s inside? The consequences of digital violence Real stories & data Strategies & recommendations for change Get your copy today & help make the digital world safer for all. ???? ?? https://lnkd.in/gaHn9eus #LGBTIQ #Online #Safety #Digital #LBQWomen #HumanRights #InternationalWomensMonth

? Big news! ? Guess who’s hosting this year’s Celebration of Courage awards and gala? ?? KARAMO! ?? Emmy-winning host, producer, author, and activist Karamo has been a bold champion for LGBTIQ human rights, self-acceptance, and mental health. And on June 2 at Pier Sixty in NYC, he’ll take the stage to lead us through an unforgettable night of electrifying entertainment, powerful storytelling, and unstoppable solidarity. 35 years of impact. One night to be in community. Will you be there? ??? Reserve your spot now! ?? https://lnkd.in/gWxwt3ZP #COC25 #CelebrationOfCourage #Karamo #LGBTIQ #Pride #EqualityForAll #35YearsOfOutright #LGBTIQHumanRights

"On International Women's Day, let's recognize the urgent need to end violence, discrimination, and exclusion of intersex women for what it is: a core women's rights issue that everyone working for women's equality should embrace." Read this powerful #InternationalWomensDay article by Outright's Senior Advisor on Global Intersex Rights, Kimberly Zieselman: https://lnkd.in/gDSjEaNy

Lesbians* of The World Unite! Our human rights are under attack - it's time to take action. Nearly 30 years ago, lesbians from around the world gathered at the Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing, creating the iconic “Lesbian Tent,” a physical representation of their demand for visibility, equality, and justice on the global stage. Today, as governments roll back our rights, we reclaim that legacy with a powerful queer feminist demonstration. Join us on March 14, 1-2 PM EST, at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, NYC, to come together for our rights and our lives! Legal observers and demonstration leads will be present for participants' safety. Come be loud, be visible, and demand a future that leaves no one behind! *This protest is by and for lesbians, bisexual, queer, trans, and intersex women, and nonbinary activists - allies committed to intersectional feminism are welcome. Our Lesbian Tent is a big tent, and all allies are welcome! Check out our other events at #CSW69 here: https://lnkd.in/gFCfeCDC