Latest news with #andBiphobia
Hamilton Spectator
20-05-2025
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Groups spend day to honour 2SLGBTQIA+ cleaning up around Finlay Bridge
The Prairie Pride Guild of Medicine Hat & District was joined Saturday by the Medicine Hat Skateboard Association for the second annual cleanup of Finlay Bridge and area in honour of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. The day, initiated in 2004, aims to draw awareness to the struggles faced by 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals both close to home and around the world. The date, May 17, was selected to commemorate May 17, 1990, when the World Health Organization removed homosexuality from its list of mental disorders. To hold space for the date, the Prairie Pride Guild organized a cleanup of Finlay Bridge and the surrounding area. 'This day is, of course, to bring awareness to the discrimination and violence that the 2ALGBTQIA+ community faces, and so we just wanted to do something good in the community, give back and also hold space and raise awareness for those people,' said Kimberly Large, a director with the Guild. This year, they were joined by a number of allies from the MHSA, who pledged their afternoon despite the drizzle to doing some good in the city they call home. 'We are just so happy to be out here and support what the Guild has going on. We just came in as a support, we believe in what they're doing,' said Davie James with MHSA. 'We're collecting trash. We're going to go cook some hot dogs after. We're always super grateful when we see community groups in motion, out there making a change and really being a part of said community.' The turnout to this year's cleanup was significantly larger than the prior year, noted Large, and they hope this is a sign of things to come for being able to do their part in the city and to stand proud as members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and their allies.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
What you need to know about the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, & Biphobia (IDAHOBIT)
Today, May 17, is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. Keep up with the latest in + news and politics. IDAHOBIT is a decentralized observance, with organizations and individuals everywhere free to hold whatever kind of event they choose. It is managed by a coalition of activist groups, some regional and some organized around a certain governments and other institutions have recognized the day, including the European Parliament and most United Nations agencies. Former President Joe Biden recognized it several times. Related: These are the top 10 European countries for LGBTQ+ rights and travelRelated: What states are the most dangerous for LGBTQ+ people? Here are the worst 15 The day was first observed in 2004 "to draw the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex people and all other people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics," according to the IDAHOBIT website. It is now celebrated in countries around the world, both where queer rights flourish and even in places that are lacking protections for LGBTQ+ people. May 17 was chosen because that was the date in 1990 when the World Health Organization declassified homosexuality as a mental disorder. This year's theme is 'The power of communities.' ''The power of communities' reflects the diversity and richness within LGBTQIA+ communities, from the grassroots to the global, celebrating our varied and intersecting backgrounds, identities, and experiences. The theme for 2025 highlights the strength and resilience that emerges from our collective solidarity, recognising the contributions of human rights defenders, LGBTQIA+ civil society groups, allies, and millions of people in our communities who support human rights and collective liberation," organizers state on the website. Related: Related:
Cision Canada
17-05-2025
- Health
- Cision Canada
Statement by Minister Rechie Valdez on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia Français
GATINEAU, QC, May 17, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), issued the following statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia: "Every Canadian deserves the freedom to live a safe and healthy life, regardless of who they are or who they love. On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we reiterate our commitment in working with 2SLGBTQI+ communities to combat the stigma, discrimination, and violence they experience. This year's international theme, The power of communities, reflects the strength and resilience within 2SLGBTQI+ communities. Through the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan, we support those working to protect rights and advance equality for 2SLGBTQI+ communities. In addition, Canada's Action Plan on Combatting Hate will reduce the spread of hateful rhetoric and discrimination, helping to ensure that all marginalized communities are safer, and more respected. Through this Action Plan, 11 projects have received up to $8.4 million to combat hate toward 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and $3 million has been allocated in 2023-2025 to protect the safety of 2SLGBTQI+ people during Pride events. By harnessing the power of communities, we will achieve lasting change where everyone, regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, is treated with dignity and respect." Follow Women and Gender Equality Canada:
