This May, we're excited to share with you: Egale’s IDAHOBIT campaign, a donor spotlight Q&A, and more.
May 2025
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This May, we're excited to share with you: Egale’s IDAHOBIT campaign, a donor spotlight Q&A, and more.
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This Saturday, May 17, the world will mark International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) — a global moment to stand in solidarity with 2SLGBTQI communities and spotlight the urgent need to confront hate and discrimination.
This year, the call to action is more pressing than ever. Around the world, including here in Canada, we are witnessing an alarming surge in anti-2SLGBTQI hate, from the spread of gender-critical ideologies to a wave of discriminatory policies targeting trans and queer communities. Hate crimes, online disinformation, and coordinated protests are on the rise, threatening the safety and dignity of 2SLGBTQI people.
Amid this rising anti-2SLGBTQI hate, you can make a difference by taking ‘rainbow action’!
- Attend a Free Webinar < [link removed] >
- Combat Misinformation and Disinformation < [link removed] >
- Plan for Safety Amid Rising Hate < [link removed] >
- Craft Inclusive Messaging and Have Difficult Conversations < [link removed] >
- Donate to support our work in combatting hate < [link removed] >
Visitegale.ca/idahobit < [link removed] > to learn more.
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Free Webinar: Planning and Implementing 2SLGBTQI Events Amid Rising Hate < [link removed] >
In preparation for IDAHOBIT and Pride Season, join us todayfor a free webinar that provides guidance on planning and hosting safer 2SLGBTQI events amid rising anti-2SLGBTQI hate, along with essential safety tips for attendees. Participants will also learn de-escalation communication techniques to navigate challenging situations effectively.
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 12pm to 1pm ET
Register here < [link removed] >
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Featured Resource: A Safe Night “Out” – A 2SLGBTQI Nightlife Safety Guide < [link removed] >
From acts of discrimination and verbal harassment to physical violence, the growing presence of hate against 2SLGBTQI individuals calls for heightened awareness and proactive measures to ensure safety in public spaces.
This guide will help ensure that safety and enjoyment go hand-in-hand so that you can take steps to protect yourself, your friends, and communities.
Learn more and access the guide here < [link removed] >
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Donor Spotlight: Q & A with River Champeimont < [link removed] >
Egale Canada’s work would not be possible without the incredible individuals who believe in our vision and invest in a more inclusive future for 2SLGBTQI communities. Our Donor Spotlight Q & A series shines a light on the generous supporters who help bring our research, education, awareness, and legal advocacy efforts to life.
Visit our website to read the Q & A with River Champeimont < [link removed] >
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Egale’s Director of Legal Bennett Jensen Nominated for Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers Award < [link removed] >
A huge congratulations to our Director of Legal, Bennett Jensen, for being shortlisted as one of the Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers in Human Rights, Advocacy, and Criminal law. Bennett has been instrumental in advancing our legal advocacy work, including in our Alberta < [link removed] > , Saskatchewan < [link removed] > , and New Brunswick < [link removed] > legal cases, among others.
Join us in nominating Bennett! Cast your vote here before May 16 < [link removed] >
May is Leave a Legacy Month
What is Legacy Giving? It's untapped potential.
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When you include a charitable gift in your estate planning it gives you the power to contribute to the future you hope for. Egale Canada is proud to work with Willfora < [link removed] > – an accessible online platform where you can create your own Will within 20 minutes or less! Willfora < [link removed] > is confidential, safe, secure, and free of charge. Leaving a charitable gift in your Will is one of the most impactful and personal ways you can continue to support the causes that you care about.Don't leave tomorrow to chance, take actiontoday.
Are you interested in making Egale Canada a part of your legacy? We would love to connect with you – please contact
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Egale Canada
120 Carlton Street, Suite 217 | Toronto, Ontario M5A 4K2
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Egale works to improve the lives of 2SLGBTQI people in Canada and to enhance the global response to 2SLGBTQI issues. Egale achieves this by informing public policy, inspiring cultural change, and promoting human rights and inclusion through research, education and community engagement.
Our vision is a Canada, and ultimately a world, without homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, and all other forms of oppression so that every person can achieve their full potential, free from hatred and bias.
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