Statement: Alarming escalation in repression of LGBTI+ activists and organisations in Türkiye.

The undersigned European and national human rights organisations express deep concern at the December court ruling in Türkiye shutting down LGBTI+ youth organisation, Genç LGBTİ+, the lawsuit initiated against its board members, and the February lawsuit filed against LGBTI+ human rights defender Defne Güzel, noting that these cases represent very worrying examples of the repression […]

International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia: two human rights defenders from East Africa share their experiences defending LGBTQIA+ rights

To mark International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Protection International (PI) interviewed two human rights defenders (HRDs) that strive to defend LGBTQIA+ rights in East Africa. Dennis (they / them) is a lawyer who advocates for the rights of LGBTQIA+ refugees and asylum seekers in Kenya. They work closely with the transgender and gender […]

Celebrating Thai LGBTQI+ Community: Embracing Diversity, Building a Just, Equal, and Fair Society

Reflecting on Bangkok and Chiang Mai Pride 2023 In a striking and invigorating proclamation, the LGBTQI+ community of Chiang Mai, Bangkok and throughout Thailand asserts the ownership of its dreams. These dreams encompass acceptance, equality and justice, resonating deeply within their hearts and igniting a passionate pursuit of change. They acknowledge the scars inflicted upon […]

New documentary ‘Protecting the Rainbow’ screens at ASEAN film festival

  Wednesday, April 23rd, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Protection International (PI) and its local Indonesian partner Arus Pelangi screened for the first time their new documentary “Protecting the Rainbow” at this year’s ASEAN People’s Forum Film Festival. The film was screened in the second session under the theme of Non-Discrimination and equality and had more than 200 attendees. The Story Since 2010, […]