Transphobia and Biphobia
#May17Because I refuse to remain silent in the face of injustice against LGBT people
The United Nations Human Rights Office will release an inspiring new video, highlighting the diverse roles played by LGBT people around the world.
#May17Because bisexuality is not a choice.
Portrayed over and over again as indecisive, in turmoil, or attention seeking, bisexual people around the world need understanding, acceptance, and support.
#May17Because there is no fear in love.
As opinions have shifted in the general population, so have the opinions of the people of faith.
#May17Because over 1,500 trans people have been killed in in the last 6 years.
Every day millions of transgender people in all regions of the world experience rejection, stigmatization, harassment
#May17Because we live in a world where 81 countries outlaw same sex relationships.
Being LGBT is illegal in 81 countries, and in at least eleven of them punishable by death.
#May17Because: Someone I love
IDAHOTB Rule Number 2: Someone I love is LGBTIQ and I stand by them.
#May17Because: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
In only 17 days thousands of advocates and LGBT allies form around the world will celebrate the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia in an attempt to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by LGBT people internationally.