Day: April 30, 2020

South Africa’s President is facing questions around his public support for world leaders who enforce legislation that legalises the hanging of homosexuals. President Cyril Ramaphosa tweeted about his warm and friendly conversations with two controversial world leaders who have been widely criticised for their anti-LGBT+ views,  human rights abuses, and repressive leadership. “Earlier today I […]

Two of Europe’s biggest pride events have announced the transition to online activities for their 2020 festivals. Stockholm Pride has announced that their festival highlights Pride Park, Pride Parade or Pride House will not be physically held this year due to the coronavirus outbreak but many digital events, including concerts and seminars, are planned to […]

With 10 members of the rainbow community being murdered in the last 15-Months in Puerto Rico, the U.S. commonwealth’s government is now facing global criticism over its inaction. The criticism from multiple LGBT+ rights and advocacy groups from across the globe follows the recent murders of two trans women who now bring the total number […]

Governments around the world are being urged by UNAIDS to stop the targeting of the rainbow community amid the coronavirus pandemic. UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima made the comments in a recent press release that noted reports of governments and law enforcement officials targeting LGBT+ people. “HIV has taught us that violence, bullying and discrimination […]