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Content Type(s): Press Release
Topic(s): Announcement
Region(s): Global
… Outright International Announces Selection of Maria Sjödin as New Executive Director Submitted by outrightcomms on Mon, 10/17/2022 - 14:44 … New York, New York - August 4, 2022 - Outright International, today announced the selection of Maria Sjödin as its new executive director. With 25 years of experience advocating globally … to continue to foster a culture where our external values are reflected in the diversity and resilience of our incredible internal staff. We hope to continue to be a beacon of talent for …
Content Type(s): Insight
Topic(s): Philanthropy
Region(s): Global
… support enables Outright to accelerate our work to advance the safety, security, and rights of LGBTIQ people globally. We are grateful, and we know exactly what to do. We have no time to waste. Just this month, 44 people in Uganda were falsely accused of attending a gay wedding, arrested, and charged. Members of parliament in Indonesia are trying to pass a ‘family resilience bill’ that would mandate conversion practices for anyone suspected of being lesbian, …
Content Type(s): Press Release
Topic(s): Crackdown on Activism, Announcement, GLIDE Initiative
Region(s): Global
Content Type(s): Insight
Topic(s): Crackdown on Activism
Region(s): Burundi
… Outright International. Activists in that country often advance their work anonymously because of the dangers that come with being a visible member of the queer community. Many have fled the country and found refuge in countries that are less … to build meaningful alliances starting in their own communities and homes, to call upon their resilience and to keep advocating for inclusive societies. When asked what different …
Content Type(s): Press Release
Topic(s): Announcement
Region(s): Global
… Outright International Recognized LGBTIQ Pioneers at Celebration of Courage Gala Submitted by outrightcomms on Sun, 10/16/2022 - 13:55 New York, New York - June … Outright International, the leading human rights organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTIQ people across the world through research-based advocacy, activism, and partnerships … of human rights,” said Gloria Careaga. OUTSPOKEN AWARD Photo credit: Arsen Vasquez “It’s the stories of the LGBTIQ community that motivate and give me courage—the courage it takes all of us …
Content Type(s): Press Release
Topic(s): Announcement
Region(s): United States
… Billy Porter will be honored with the Outspoken Award at the upcoming 28th annual Celebration of Courage awards and gala , set to take place on June 3, 2024, in New York City. The … talent but also highlighted important social issues. “Around the world, there are millions of LGBTIQ people who are unable to live their lives openly and safely. That is why I am honored … in the midst of adversity, we hold space at our gala and through our awards to commemorate the resilience and victories of a vibrant and brave LGBTIQ global movement. Tonight, we celebrate …
Content Type(s): Insight
Region(s): United Nations, Sub-Saharan Africa, Kenya, Tanzania
… African Services Committee, recently co-hosted a groundbreaking event on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. With the theme of "Accelerating Civil Society Responses to LGBTIQ Human Rights in Africa, the US, & Globally," … of law, giving them a voice so they will no longer be silenced. Njeri Gateru from Kenya talks resilience, LGBTQ+ victories, and challenges. Tanzania's Hostility and Advocacy Challenges A …
Content Type(s): Insight
Topic(s): Philanthropy
Region(s): United Nations
… 40 activists - or Envoys as we call them - to New York from across the world for several days of advocacy training, followed by a week of advocacy meetings with UN agencies, Member State Missions, and others. We also hold OutSummit, … finding out about their concerns, priorities, issues. They were able to hear Envoys’ personal stories, and connect with them individually. It was wonderful to see - at one point I walked in, …