Following is UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ message for the International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, observed on 17 May:
On this International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, I applaud the brave work of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) human rights defenders fighting to outlaw discrimination and secure equality before the law. Yet there is a worrying surge in the opposite direction. New laws are codifying old bigotries, exploiting fears and stoking hate.
The theme of this year’s Day — “No one left behind: equality, freedom and justice for all” — reminds us of our obligations to respect the human rights and dignity of every person. We need action around the world to make those rights a reality. The criminalization of same-sex relationships must end, so must all violence, discrimination and harmful practices against LGBTQI+ communities.
On this and every day, let’s commit to building a world of respect, dignity and human rights for all around the world.
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