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Published on Jun 20, 2025

Human rights defenders around the world urge States to #RenewIESOGI

‘In every region of the world, widespread, grave, and systematic violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity persist.’ Human rights defenders and civil society organisations from around the world, including ISHR, have …

Source: International Service for Human Rights - Pending
Published on Jun 20, 2025

City council postpones ordinance expanding human rights protections

Tulsa city councilors moved Wednesday to postpone voting on an ordinance that would expand human rights protections in the city if passed. The ordinance would have added protections around employment, housing and public accommodations for veterans. It also …

Source: Public Radio Tulsa - Oklahoma - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jun 20, 2025

LGBTI+ rights are human rights

“They don’t give us the right to live. My family doesn’t accept me. Bye.” These last words of Helin, a trans woman who committed suicide in Edirne on the night of June 5, still echo in my mind. Helin’s words clearly show that what she experienced was …

Source: Bianet - Left-wing
Published on Jun 19, 2025

Letter: Kudos to Maine Senate for upholding Maine Human Rights Act

Letters submitted by BDN readers are verified by BDN Opinion Page staff. Send your letters to letters@bangordailynews.com The Trump administration and its allies have put unprecedented pressure on the State of Maine to weaken our laws for divisive, …

Source: Bangor Daily News - Maine - Center-left
Published on Jun 18, 2025

Cuba, human rights and the greater good

Opinion The invocation of human rights discourse in Cuba is sensitive and often controversial. I vividly remember my first trip to Cuba in the mid-1990s, where we (I was travelling with a group of students from Saint Mary’s University in Halifax) visited …

Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral
Published on 01:41 GMT

Emergency No War on Iran protest recounts historical violence, destruction, and the need for liberation

Just the day before, Iranian Grassroots Voices organized a No War on Iran protest at Cal Anderson Park on June 18 to rise in support of the people of Iran and stand against overseas aggression; wars and imperialism; dictatorships and fascism; and Zionism …

Source: Seattle Gay News - Washington State - Pending
Published on Jun 21, 2025

Inquirer, 2 news team members reap awards promoting UN dev’t goals

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Daily Inquirer and two members of its news team are among this year’s honorees in the Icons of Change Awards, which recognize individuals and organizations who help attain the objectives set by the United Nations for …

Source: Inquirer - Neutral
Published on Jun 17, 2025

CIVICUS at the 59th Regular Session of the Human Rights Council

59th Session of UN Human Rights Council (16 June to 11 July 2025) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Overview As civic space continues to shrink globally, the Council remains a vital platform for defending human …

Source: CIVICUS - Center-left
Published on Jun 21, 2025

Primary school teaches children about 300 LGBT pride flags in 'drive to be more inclusive'

Primary school pupils are being taught about 300 different LGBT pride flags in a bid to "be more inclusive". Leaflets distributed by a local charity provide children across Swindon and Wiltshire with information on each of the 300 flags and the …

Source: GB News - Right-wing
Published on Jun 21, 2025

Pride Month: Still marching, but losing meaning

DAVAO CITY, Philippines — Every June, streets around the world erupt with color. Flags wave, music blares, and thousands of people march side by side. Scheduled for June 22 at 3 p.m., the city government here invited all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender …

Source: Davao Today - Neutral
Published on Jun 19, 2025

LGBTQ advocacy group creates online safety guide for Middle East and North Africa

Loom SWANA hopes to protect LGBTQ people’s digital safety Illustration from Loom SWANA’s online safety guide. The LGBTIQ+ advocacy group LooM SWANA has published a guide for online safety for LGBTIQ+ community members and activists in Southwest Asia and …

Source: Erasing 76 Crimes - Center-left
Published on Jun 21, 2025

10 years of legal same-sex marriage: Michigan's evolving LGBTQ laws and policies

For much of the state's history, Michigan's relationship with LGBTQ people has been rocky at best. But that has been rapidly changing. LANSING, Mich — This month marks 10 years since same-sex marriage became legal in the United States. On June 26, …

Source: WZZM 13 - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Jun 21, 2025

LGBTQ+ hate crimes ‘one step closer’ to becoming an ‘aggravated’ offence

Hate crimes based on a person’s LGBTQ+ identity – including their sexuality and gender – are a step closer to being made aggravated offences in the same way racial and religious hate crimes already are. LGBTQ+ charity Stonewall worked with Labour MP for …

Source: Pink News - Left-wing
Published on Jun 21, 2025

Out and About in Old Town

A Behind-the-Scenes Walking Tour Sunday, June 29, 2025, 2 p.m., Starting at the Torpedo Factory The Alexandria Historical Society invites the public to Out and About in Old Town, an in depth walking tour exploring Alexandria’s LGBTQ+ history from the …

Source: Connection Newspapers - Virginia - Pending
Published on Jun 21, 2025

Why Pride Month is a protest for LGBTQ+ rights

Tswelopele Makoe|Published 22 minutes ago 7min IN South Africa, June is not only Youth Month, it is also the international Pride Month. This is a commemorative month-long observance dedicated to the celebration of LGBTQ+ pride, celebrating the …

Source: IOL - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 21, 2025

Meta tells the Oversight Board it isn't removing the word 'transgenderism' from its hate speech rules

If anyone was holding out hope that the Oversight Board would provide some kind of check on Meta's rewritten hate speech policy, Meta has just made it clear exactly where it stands. The company published its formal response to the board's criticism …

Source: Engadget - Neutral
Published on Jun 20, 2025

GOP senator co-sponsors bill to end anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination in federal jury selection

Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins (ME) on Wednesday joined her Democratic colleague Jeanne Shaheen (NH) as a co-sponsor of now-bipartisan legislation to prevent discrimination against LGBTQ+ Americans during the federal jury selection process. The bill …

Source: LGBTQ Nation - California - Left-wing
Published on Jun 20, 2025

The forgotten struggle: LGBTQ refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan

As the world prepares to mark World Refugee Day on June 20, discussions will echo across continents about war, displacement, and humanitarian assistance. But there is one story that is often left out — a story of a people who are doubly displaced, …

Source: Washington Blade - Washington D.C. - Left-wing
Published on Jun 20, 2025

Iranian missile destroys Tel Aviv’s last gay bar

ILGA World has suspended an Israeli advocacy group after it withdrew its bid to host its conference in Tel Aviv. The Aguda, the Association for LGBTQ+ Equality in Israel, had bid to host the 2026/2027 ILGA World Conference. The ILGA World board of …

Source: Washington Blade - Washington D.C. - Left-wing

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 15:43 GMT

While Trump cuts suicide hotline for gay kids, California invests in their mental health

What you need to know: The Trump administration announced today that is has directed the national suicide prevention hotline to stop offering specialized support to LGBTQ callers. California continues to support this population. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 01:48 GMT

While Trump cuts suicide hotline for gay kids, California invests in their mental health

Current landscape In September 2022, the Trevor Project started providing LGBTQ youth specialized support through the 988 Lifeline. Federal funding for these specialized services will no longer be available via the 988 program starting on July 17. The …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Soldier attacks cop with prosthetic limb at gay parade in Kiev

(MENAFN) A soldier protesting against a gay pride parade in Kiev was detained after allegedly hitting a police officer with his prosthetic limb, local authorities reported. The LGBTQ event sparked confrontations between counter-protesters and law …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 12:05 GMT

Minister Gayton McKenzie welcomes victorious South Africa’s National Men’s Cricket Team, 18 Jun

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr. Gayton McKenzie, will lead the official welcome of South Africa’s national men’s cricket team the newly crowned ICC World Test Championship 2025 winners on Wednesday, 18 June 2025 at 09h20 at OR Tambo …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 08:35 GMT

National Black Church Initiative Agrees with the US Supreme Court Ruling in the Youth Transgender Case

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino churches that comprise 27.7 million churchgoers, believes that the Supreme Court …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 06:05 GMT

SUPRACONSCIOUS: The Genius Within You by Maria Olon Tsaroucha

“A groundbreaking fusion of quantum science, mindfulness, and performance to awaken your highest self.” SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internationally acclaimed author, educator, and consciousness pioneer Maria …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 17:04 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa: 30 year anniversary celebrations of the Constitutional Court

Programme Directors, Former President Thabo Mbeki, Former President Kgalema Motlanthe, Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa, Justice Mandisa Maya, Acting Deputy Chief Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, Justices, both sitting and retired, 1. His Lordship …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

South Coast Chorale to Present Special 35th Anniversary Concert on June 28

‘35’ is a Pride month tribute to the power of music to connect us all LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Saturday, June 28 at the University Theater located on the CSULB campus in Long Beach, the South Coast …

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Published on June 22, 2025 - 01:31 GMT

Global Candidate Bruno Donat runs for UN Secretary-General: Official conducted hunger strike for Gaza children

To counter the traditionally opaque selection system for Secretary General & other Secretariat senior roles more broadly, Bruno Donat advocates for transparency RAFAH, EGYPT, June 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A press briefing was held by dual …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 23:25 GMT

CEU Open Society Prize Awarded to Russian Opposition Figure Yulia Navalnaya

VIENNA, AUSTRIA, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The prestigious Open Society Prize of the Central European University (CEU) is being awarded this year to Russian opposition figure Yulia Navalnaya, widow of long-time regime critic Alexei …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 23:22 GMT

Zeke Wilson Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for 'The Eighth Round'

Fans Will Have A Chance To Help Make History! SAVANNAH, GA, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed boxer, author, and civil rights activist Zeke Wilson is thrilled to announce the launch of a crowdfunding campaign for his …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 23:18 GMT

75 Years After Korean War and No Gun Ri, Forgotten Pain—Memoir That Launched a Movement—Now in English

A Haunting Memoir Bearing Witness to the Madness of the Korean War and the Fragile Emergence of the Public Conscience MT. PLEASANT, MI, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 75th anniversary of the Korean War and the little- …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 22:58 GMT

ArtMattan Films Acquires Acclaimed Debut Feature Brides by Nadia Fall

ArtMattan Films is proud to announce the acquisition of Brides, the debut feature from Nadia Fall. Following its celebrated world premiere at Sundance 2025 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ArtMattan Films is proud to …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 22:28 GMT

Stein, Stringer and Hoylman-Sigal Energize the Upper East Side Voters During Early Voting

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As early voting continues across New York City, District Leader candidate Todd J. Stein is gaining strong grassroots support from Upper East Side and Roosevelt Island voters. …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 21:27 GMT

Culinary Entrepreneur, Stephen Paprocki, Launches National Mental Health & Wellness Nonprofit, cafe86sa

Stephen Paprocki launches powerful new nonprofit, cafe86sa, to provide urgently needed mental health support to professionals in the food and beverage industry. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thanks to …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 21:04 GMT

On World Wi-Fi Day, Mobile Citizen Reaffirms Commitment to Affordable Internet Access for Underserved Communities

Mobile Citizen is proud to reaffirm its mission to close the digital divide by providing affordable, reliable mobile internet to underserved communities. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In honor of World Wi-Fi Day, Mobile …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 20:23 GMT

SAF Win in California’s One-Gun-Per-Month Lawsuit

BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a unanimous decision, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of SAF and its partners in Nguyen v. Bonta (No. 24-2036), SAF’s challenge to California’s one-gun-per- …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 20:15 GMT

M4TR Releases Third Studio Album: Love Is the Revolution

VA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- M4TR (Music 4 The Revolution), the activist genre-blurring project led by songwriter and producer AJ Solaris, will release its third studio album, Love Is The Revolution, on June 23, 2025. …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 18:26 GMT

Fort Bend Women’s Center Readies for Bon Voyage Boogie Farewell & Fundraiser on June 28

SUGAR LAND, TX, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Final preparations are underway for one of Fort Bend County’s most spirited summer events: Bon Voyage Boogie, hosted by Fort Bend Women’s Center on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 6 …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

A Day on the Green with a Deeper Purpose: Samaritan Daytop Foundation Announces 18th Annual Golf Invitational & Dinner

STATEN ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Thursday, July 17th, the lush grounds of Richmond County Country Club will once again host a cherished tradition: the 18th Annual Golf Invitational & Dinner, presented by the …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 16:30 GMT

Websnoogie, LLC Launches Revolutionary Free SEO Audit App Delivering Instant Website Analysis

Revolutionary app delivers complete SEO audits in under two minutes, making professional-grade optimization insights accessible to all businesses. OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Websnoogie, LLC, a leading provider …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 16:10 GMT

Nancy Richmond to Lead New Family Law Practice at A.Y. Strauss

LIVINGSTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A.Y. Strauss, a leading law firm known for its commercial real estate, litigation, construction, immigration, cannabis, labor and employment, and corporate bankruptcy practices, …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 15:35 GMT

Stand Up for Science Launches: PRESS CONNECT

The Stand Up for Science Press Connect system is a safe and secure way to connect scientists with press. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for Science, the non-profit organization that led the nationwide …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 14:59 GMT

JUSTAS: The Journey of Survivors – A New Video Podcast by Equality Now and the Thelma Fardin Foundation

Centered on experiences of sexual violence survivors in Latin America and the Caribbean, the series explores systemic barriers they face when seeking justice. BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Latin America and the …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 14:59 GMT

Lanzamos JUSTAS, el camino de las sobrevivientes: el videopodcast de Equality Now y la Fundación Thelma Fardin

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- En América Latina y el Caribe, las sobrevivientes de violencia sexual enfrentan múltiples desafíos para acceder a la justicia. Quienes deciden denunciar enfrentan procesos largos, …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 14:23 GMT

NY Assembly Blocks Stillbirth Leave Protections for Third Year

Families and maternal health leaders condemn the Assembly’s continued inaction on stillbirth leave ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the third consecutive legislative session, proposed legislation aimed at …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 12:09 GMT

"Join Us for The Grand Butterfly Gathering," The Trueness Project Sends Clarion Call as the Day Nears

DANIEL, WY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Trueness Project, an international nonprofit organization committed to promoting authenticity, transformational leadership, education, and self-belief, is hosting a transformative …

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Published on June 20, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Children Praying for Children: UNWLA Hosts 51 Prayer Events Nationwide Urging Return of Abducted Ukrainian Children

Launched in 2024, UNWLA's annual campaign, Children Praying for Children, raises awareness and support for 19,546 Ukrainian children abducted by Russian forces. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ukrainian …

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