Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH hat dies direkt geteilt
On the International Day for the Eradication of #Poverty, I want to highlight the consequences of discrimination and specifically economic discrimination of the LGBTQ community as part of the causes for individuals in this community facing higher rates of poverty. For this reason, addressing structural discrimination and advancing LGBTQ+ #Inclusion is in the core of our work. LGBTIQ+ individuals continue to face structural discrimination and violence, significantly impacting their access to basic human rights. In a recent session with the UN Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, Graeme Reid #IESOGI, we discussed the legacy of #Postcolonialism as one of the root causes of this inequality, which still shapes societal norms and attitudes today. The German government, through its LGBTI Inclusion Strategy and feminist foreign and development policy, has made a strong commitment to challenge these colonial structures and promote LGBTIQ+ inclusive projects. At Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH, we’ve been working hard over the past three years to design and implement capacity development measures with a focus on LGBTIQ+ inclusion. While progress has been made, there is still much to be done. Let’s continue working together toward a more inclusive and equitable future for all! #LGBTIQ #HumanRights #GenderEquality #FeministPolicy #Development Thank you to Linda Helfrich and the GIZ team!