UN Secretary-General has confirmed the use of “reparative therapy” to “cure” persons of their same-sex attraction or gender non-conformity in his latest report on the situation of human rights in Iran to the General Assembly.
Japan: MP makes waves by linking same-sex marriage to revising constitution
Japan: Historic Day for Inclusivity and Diversity in Japanese Rugby
US: F.D.A. Approves New H.I.V.-Prevention Drug, but Not for Cisgender Women
UK: HIV diagnosis for 15 men waiting for drug on NHS
Singapore: Law Minister appreciates the work of Singapore’s only shelter for the transgender community
This is not the first time Mr Shanmugam has spoken publicly about the work social service organisations are doing to help those in the LGBT community. Last year, he said that the LGBT community are “under served” and that organisations that “help reduce HIV, help reduce drug abuse, give emotional support and so on – in my view – should be helped.”
Russia: Court Blocks Major LGBT Online Groups
Ghana: Here's why Ghana's sex education program is controversial
ILGA World Launches Treaty Bodies Strategic Litigation Toolkit
Advocates and litigators from all six ILGA World regions contributed to this toolkit: this is the first publication of its kind to specifically address SOGIESC issues, and a powerful resource in the hands of human rights defenders who wish to use international strategic litigation to bring about justice and change for their communities.
Denmark: Danish professional sportsman states: "I'm gay"
Japan: Caucus Chair meets with conservative politicians to champion marriage equality
Health for All means ALL: A joint statement on ensuring access to health services for LGBTI people
Putting LGBTI people at the core of services means meaningfully engaging their community-based organizations and networks. LGBTI communities should be involved in the design, implementation, and evaluation of health services. LGBTI communities are also best-positioned to hold service providers and policy makers accountable to their needs