On International Lesbian Day, we are proud to announce the launch of the first ever Global Lesbian Coalition (GLC). The GLC unites five lesbian feminist networks from Asia, Southern Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, Central Asia and Europe.
These are the five networks:
The Asia Feminist LBQ Network (AFLN)
The Central Asian Feminist LBQT Network Anora (Anora Network)
The EuroCentralAsian Lesbian Community (EL*C)
The Southern African Diversity Community LBQ Network (SADC)
The Global Lesbian Coalition has already made its presence felt at the UN and held events on the socio-economic impact of anti-gender movements on LBQ communities during CSW68 2024 in New York.
In July 2024, lesbian activists from all five regional networks arrived in Almaty, Kazakhstan, to support the local community and activists in their right to hold the first Lesbian Kyryltay. This act of solidarity is a clear demonstration of the Global Lesbian Coalition’s commitment to standing together for lesbian rights.
Furthermore, the GLC will actively raise awareness and provide support wherever lesbian rights are under threat, ensuring a strong presence in regions facing the greatest challenges. The GLC will attend the EL*C conference in Rome in April 2025, where they will stand in solidarity with Italian lesbians in their fight for justice and human rights. Afterward, the Global Lesbian Coalition will travel to Latin America to support local lesbian activists in confronting violence, lesbicide, and the persistent neglect by authorities.
The Global Lesbian Coalition is at the forefront of a new historical wave, pursuing ambitious aims with unwavering commitment. It is dedicated to securing global recognition of lesbian rights and increasing the visibility, influence and capabilities of the lesbian community worldwide.
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