IDAHOTB DAHOT International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

In marking IDAHO 2012, Governor Ric Todd announced that the laws of the Turks and Caicos Islands would be reviewed for any that discriminate against people based on their sexuality, and a diversity policy would be implemented to prevent discrimination in the public service.

More than 500 people from Turkey, Russia, Hungary, Norway, Germany, Peru, Spain and the US, as well as Iranian refugees and members of the local LGBT community, took part in a march against homophobia and transphobia to Sakarya Square in Ankara.

In commemoration of IDAHO 2012, Trinidad and Tobago’s LGBT community focused on equal opportunity legislation that has been stalled in Parliament for the past year.

UNESCO Bangkok produced a short film in English and Thai highlighting the challenges faced by LGBT students and practical steps that have been taken in schools in Thailand to promote healthy, safe learning environments for all.

Taiwanese activists organized a series of activities as part of an extended IDAHO celebration, including a press conference.