How can protection actors and aid organisations do more to reach LGBTQIA+ persons in conflict settings? What lessons can we learn from LGBTQIA+ civil society? Proud to collaborate on this impressive paper by @hpg-odiglobal.bsky.social buff.ly/sDMe5p6

How LGBTQIA+ civil society can unlock community-led protection in conflict settings

This briefing note tackles the perceived risks that come with working with LGBTQIA+ populations and partnering with organisations that represent them – both for humanitarian actors and for LGBTQIA+ pe...

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An impressive piece of work examining the lessons that local actors can teach INGOs and UN agencies to ensure #LGBTQ persons get the aid they need in conflict settings. #HumanitarianAction #CommunityLedProtection #Protection #LocallyLed #HumanitarianInclusion #Localisation #CivilSociety

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🏳️‍🌈 #LGBTQIA+ people face acute risks in everyday life. In conflict settings, the risks are exacerbated by the onset of armed violence. Is partnering with local LGBTQIA+ orgs the solution? Our latest paper w/ @intl-pride-centre.bsky.social explores, drawing on Haiti, Syria, DRC & more: buff.ly/sDMe5p6

LGBTQIA+ rights aren't a "Western import". The anti-gender movement is, bankrolled by far-right donors in the US, Canada & Europe. Our analysis of the draft "African Charter on Family, Sovereignty and Values" and its threat to aid for LGBTQIA+ people in crises: pridecentre.org/wp-content/u...

Diverse sexual orientations and gender identities predate the laws and religions that later repressed them.This October we honour the communities who fought, and still fight, for recognition, safety and respect. PRIDEcentre.org #LGBTQHistoryMonth #QueerHistory

Our statement on the passing of Dolly Parton. 'Some are preachers, some are gay/ Some are addicts, drunks and strays/ But not a one is turned away/ When it's family' - Dolly Parton, Family, 1991 #DollyParton #RIPDollyParton #LGBTQAlly #LGBTQRights #LoveIsLove #QueerIcon

“Avoid using the term”: Oxfam in Africa retracts LGBTQ censorship guide: www.thenewhumanitarian.org/news/2026/06... (@newhumanitarian.bsky.social)

“Avoid using the term”: Oxfam in Africa retracts LGBTQ censorship guide

The move comes as anti-LGBTQ legislation advances across the continent, fuelled by a powerful interfaith coalition backed by the US Christian right.

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A reality that cannot be denied is the double displacement faced by #LGBTQIA+ refugees. 👇🏾Let’s talk about it… #LGBTQIA #PRIDEMonth #PRIDECentre

A reality that cannot be denied is the double displacement faced by #LGBTQIA+ refugees. 👇🏾Let’s talk about it… #LGBTQIA #PRIDEMonth #PRIDECentre

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️Happy #Pride! Don’t ever let anyone tell you not to be PROUD! You are loved. Celebrate who you are. We’ll have posts and events all through #PrideMonth. Watch here for updates and posts #LoveNotHate #lgbtq #allies #celebrate #queerpride

#Ghana has taken a step to join countries implementing a hateful western, foreign evangelical, anti-rights agenda.It’s still possible that the president won’t sign or that the courts will reject this. Let’s hope Ghana‘s strong record on human rights doesn’t backslide. #LGBT #LGBTQIA+ #humanrights

Aid agencies often overcorrect under restrictive laws—cutting language, scaling back programmes,& leaving vulnerable communities behind. While internationals hesitate, local groups keep delivering. We need less fear,more analysis—and real commitment to inclusion. #HumanRights #LGBTQIA #Localization

🚨 NEW BRIEFING|Senegal's anti-LGBTQIA+ law doubles prison sentences, criminalises 'promotion', and has triggered 100+ arrests since Feb. We've analysed the law and what it means for aid agencies. 👇Read the full analysis: shorturl.at/Th6kP #LGBTQIA #HumanRights #Senegal #HumanitarianAid #SOGIESC

Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate! Maths dispel the myth that Muslim are less tolerant or accepting of #LGBTQIA persons. Our workshops regularly have over 1/3 of the participants from Islamic communities who want to embrace #queerinclusion in #humanitarian #aid. #eidmubarak #loveconquorsall

We call on humanitarian institutions to go further: ✅Expand gender markers beyond the binary ✅ Train staff on gender-affirming documentation ✅Integrate trans-inclusive policies in displacement systems Today we celebrate. Tomorrow we build 🏳️‍⚧️ #LGBTQIA #TransRights #Kenya #PrideCentre

🏳️‍⚧️On 20 May 2026, a High Court in Kenya ruled that transgender persons have a constitutional right to have gender marker changes on official identification documents considered fairly, individually, without discrimination. This is historic for Kenya!!! 🧵1/3

🏳️‍⚧️On 20 May 2026, a High Court in Kenya ruled that transgender persons have a constitutional right to have gender marker changes on official identification documents considered fairly, individually, without discrimination. This is historic for Kenya!!! 🧵1/3

Recognising #IDAHOBIT2026 celebrating the leaders and reflecting on the work that needs to be done. donate to The PRIDE CENTRE: gofund.me/6970c0fbd #IDAHOBIT #endhomophobia #endtransphobia #lgbtq #HumanRights #LoveIsLove #Pride

Heading into the European Parliament for my remarks to the Human Rights Subcommittee hearing on the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. #LGBTQ #queerights #humanrights #refugees #IDAHOBIT

Our ED Mike Bruce just addressed the European Parliament’s Subcommittee on Human Rights. Here’s what he told them (1/4) 🧵👇🏾

Our ED Mike Bruce just addressed the European Parliament’s Subcommittee on Human Rights. Here’s what he told them (1/4) 🧵👇🏾

Heading into the European Parliament for my remarks to the Human Rights Subcommittee hearing on the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. #LGBTQ #queerights #humanrights #refugees #IDAHOBIT

I need to be honest: we’re struggling. The PRIDE Centre is facing a critical funding gap, and our work to help keep LGBTQIA+ refugees and people affected by emergencies safe is at serious risk. Please consider supporting our work. gofund.me/ef74134ab

Our article today in @lemonde.fr helps bring global attention to the daily realities and survival of LGBTQIA+ people and community organisations across Africa. www.lemonde.fr/idees/articl...

« Dans de nombreux pays d’Afrique, les personnes LGBTQIA+ et les organisations communautaires luttent perpétuellement pour leur survie »

TRIBUNE. Sur le continent africain, les personnes homosexuelles ou transgenres sont régulièrement prises pour cible, alerte, dans une tribune au « Monde », Michael Bruce, directeur de l’ONG Pride Cent...

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We're pleased to share our new full-length legal & policy analysis: Targeting SOGIESC Minorities in Humanitarian Settings in Kenya 📊⚖️🌍 This data-driven report examines protection risks, legal barriers, and service exclusion facing LGBTQIA+ refugees & asylum seekers across Kenya 🏳️‍🌈🛡️ shorturl.at/B9bfJ

Kenya: 42,000+ LGBTQIA+ refugees Myth: Targeting LGBTQIA+ refugees in programmes is risky Fact: Such activities are legal, constitutionally protected, and legally required under Kenyan law. Kakuma refugee camp: "relentless and often extreme violence" against LGBTQIA+ people. #LGBTQIA #Refugees

🌈Lesbian Visibility Day🌈 On 26 April we honour activists past & present.We celebrate lesbian,queer& non‑binary women-a moment to celebrate, uplift,& affirm.Visibility matters!It saves lives,shapes policy, strengthens community #LesbianVisibilityDay #VisibilityMatters #HumanRights #Inclusion #LGBTQIA

6 April marked International Asexuality Day 🖤🤍💜A day to amplify voices, deepen understanding, and celebrate the diversity within the LGBTQIA+ community International Asexuality Day is grounded in 4 key themes: ✨ Advocacy ✨ Celebration ✨ Education✨ Solidarity #InternationalAsexualityDay#PRIDECentre

We see you.We stand with you.We love you. #TransDayOfVisibility #TDOV #TransVisibility #TransPride #TransRightsAreHumanRights #LGBTQIA #QueerCommunity #GenderDiversity #NonBinary #ProtectTransLives #StandWithTransPeople

745,000 LGBTQIA+ people in humanitarian need. 57,000 LGBTQIA+ refugees in neighbouring countries 94% have experienced targeted violence, much of it sexual violence. 85-90% are reliant on sex work for survival. 1 LGBTQIA+ shelter remains operating in eastern DRC.

Aid agencies often overcorrect under restrictive laws—cutting language, scaling back programmes,& leaving vulnerable communities behind. While internationals hesitate, local groups keep delivering. We need less fear,more analysis—and real commitment to inclusion. #HumanRights #LGBTQIA #Localization