In short, in under a decade, the International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia has established itself the single most important date for LGBTI communities to mobilise on a worldwide scale.

The International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia is not one centralised campaign; rather it is amoment that everyone can take advantage of to take action.

The date of May 17^th was specifically chosen to commemorate the World Health Organization’s decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder.

The International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia has received official recognition from several States and such international institutions as the European Parliament, and by countless local authorities. Most United Nations agencies also mark the Day with specific events.

LGBTI organizations, governments, cities, human rights organizations, corporations and celebrities have all taken action on May 17^th to:

• Draw media attention to the issue of homophobia and transphobia
• Organise events which mobilize public opinion
• Demand attention from policymakers and engage in lobbying activities
• Network with like-minded organizations and develop new partnerships, at home or beyond
• Mobilize existing constituencies and address new audiences.

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