Germany once again hosted a wide variety of campaigns and events across the country. From both state officials and community organisations, IDAHOT 2016 has promised to provide a valuable outlet for Germany’s LGBTI community. Across many cities the Rainbow-Flashmobs once again drew big crowds to launch rainbow colored balloons in sign of hope and solidarity to neighboring countries, where similar …
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Looking ahead: Kenya in 2016
In Nairobi, Kenya, the Suncity Africa Foundation and the Central Initiative for Transgender, Young Gay, Lesbian and Asylum Seekers (CITY GLASS) will host Refugee Pride, a two-day event aimed at celebrating diversity and progress within the LGBTI community. The event hopes to help campaigners and asylum seekers raise awareness of their needs, whilst also reflecting on the shared difficulties faced …
Read More »Looking Ahead: Tunisia in 2016
In Tunis, feminist activists have announced the Second edition of CHOUFTOUHONNA, Tunisia’s International Feminist Art Festival, which will feature a number of performances and exhibitions focused on the experiences of LBT women. Due to the difficult political and legal situation for LGBTI individuals in Tunisia we are not expecting a large number of events to be held on IDAHOT 2016. …
Read More »Looking Ahead: Australia in 2016
Australia this year will once again host one of the most varied and interesting selection of IDAHOT events. From small local events and ceremonies to spectacular public displays, Australia’s calendar will be filled with a host of incredible actions for May 17. In Western Sydney, local activists and the Open Door Community of Christ will host a picnic day on …
Read More »Looking Ahead: Greece in 2016
In Athens, youth action group AEGEE-Athina will host young LGBTI and ally activists from across Europe for a weekend of youth-focused talks, workshops and activism. The event, Beyond The Rainbow, hopes to foster cross-European solidarity and help young people to better engage with LGBTI activism at a local and international level. We are also expecting a number of smaller community …
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