December 2024
Outright International Monthly NewsletterÂ
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As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on the year’s milestones—achievements, challenges, and the tireless efforts of our global community in advancing human rights for LGBTIQ+ people. OutSummit 2024 was a powerful reminder of our collective courage, resilience, and commitment to equality, offering clear pathways to continue our work despite the obstacles ahead. The inspiring voices of our speakers highlighted the unwavering spirit that drives us forward.
Looking ahead, our movement remains rooted in the belief that every person, regardless of identity, deserves to live freely, openly, and with dignity. In this newsletter, we share our Human Rights Day statement, reflect on the insights from OutSummit 2024, and explore how the rise of globalized anti-rights forces are impacting legal battles for LGBTIQ+ equality. We also highlight the ongoing fight for intersex rights in our recent report, "I Am" Intersex: Global Voices for Intersex Justice. This critical work continues because of the strength and support of our community—thank you for standing with us.
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“Our rights cannot wait. Together, we recommit ourselves to the fundamental truth that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. On this Human Rights Day, we unite to pursue a world where our community can live openly, safely, and proudly. Read Outright's full statement on Human Rights Day 2024.
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Outright International’s latest report highlights findings from investigations in Argentina, Ecuador, and Guatemala on conversion practices aimed at changing or suppressing sexual orientation or gender identity. Identified as a form of gender-based violence, these harmful practices—often framed as “therapeutic”—cause severe psychological, emotional, and physical harm. Despite legal protections, these practices persist, fueled by cultural and religious justifications. The report calls for stronger legal safeguards, public awareness, and institutional accountability to protect LGBTQ individuals and challenge these violent practices across the region. |
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Outright’s work is made possible thanks to the generous support of individuals like you. Help Outright International and our partners around the world push for change so that all LGBTIQ people everywhere can live with dignity and free from violence. Make your gift today.
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From all of us at Outright, thank you to our partners and incredible panelists from around the world who joined us at OutSummit2024, both in person and online. More than 1,000 people registered to join from 85 countries. Your participation and energy made this year's Summit an unforgettable success! If you missed the sessions, you can catch up on the panels and keynotes that cover topics like economic inclusion, transfeminism, humanitarian action, intersex human rights, inclusive foreign policy, and this year's global elections on our YouTube channel. |
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Outright’s Queer Legal Futures team reviews the last quarter’s global LGBTIQ legal progress, focusing on the rise of globalized anti-rights forces. These are coordinated efforts across different countries to undermine the rights of LGBTIQ people through legislation, litigation, and manipulation of public sentiment. These forces, which include transnational groups like the Political Network for Values, U.S. politicians seeking to prohibit trans health care, and legislators advancing hostile laws in countries ranging from Slovakia to Bulgaria to Ghana, often use vague laws and rhetoric to target LGBTIQ communities, restrict their rights, and incite discrimination and violence. Explore Rights in Retrograde to uncover how these threats demand a united response in 2025. |
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Despite centuries of vibrant contributions to society, intersex people today face pervasive violence and discrimination—sometimes from the moment they are born. But the fight for bodily autonomy and equal rights continues. Our latest report, “I Am” Intersex: Global Voices for Intersex Justice, draws on powerful insights from 15 intersex activists across 11 countries and four regions. Learn more about intersex priorities, challenges, and how YOU can support the call for protective legislation and equality.  Read the full report.
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Imagine a world where everyone — no matter their identity or whom they love — can live freely, openly, and without fear. For nearly 35 years, Outright's staff and partners around the world have been at the forefront of this fight, challenging discrimination in all its forms. Join our work to change laws, reduce stigma, and provide vital support to LGBTIQ individuals facing hate and oppression. Your gift today will be doubled! Loyal donors are matching every dollar up to $35,000, but only until December 31. Make your gift today. |
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