How Advocates Are Upholding Basic Rights for LGBTI People in Russia, Ukraine, and Georgia

September 26, 2013

From the Frontlines of LGBTI Rights Advocacy in Russia, Ukraine, and Georgia (September 19, 2013)

In this panel discussion, three advocates talked about their efforts to uphold and preserve the basic rights of LGBTI people in Russia, Ukraine, and Georgia.

Listen to the event above.

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Queer Faith

Bridging Religion and Sexual Diversity in Latin America

Raising awareness of how LGBTQ+ people engage with religion and spirituality, Faith + Diversity is part of our grantee Sentiido’s larger commitment to amplifying the work of affirming faith communities.

July 27, 2022 | María Mercedes Acosta

Love Prevails

Q&A: How Marriage Equality Won in Costa Rica

A woman sits at a desk in front of two men on a bench among a small group of onlookers and a video camera

By emphasizing love, equality, and authentic storytelling, advocates for same-sex marriage in Costa Rica were able to overcome a challenging public opinion environment and achieve a landmark victory for LGBT rights.

September 2, 2020

Creating Community

Open Arms in Eastern Kentucky

Oakley Fugate and four others standing by a wall

Through filmmaking and community building, Open Society Youth Fellow Oakley Fugate is creating space for young LGBTI people in Appalachia.

April 16, 2019 | Zachary Turk & Emily Grubb

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