Poland Considers Leaving Treaty on Domestic Violence, Spurring Outcry

The Polish government, emboldened by a narrow election victory this month and undeterred by criticism from European Union leaders, is considering withdrawing from a treaty aimed at curbing domestic violence and protecting women’s rights, with the country’s minister of justice filing paperwork on Monday to start the process.

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Russia: Will “Strengthening the Family” Laws Hit Human Rights?

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Supporters believe the new laws will help protect families and traditional traditions. But a number of experts believe that laws on "strengthening the family" will turn into infringement of the rights of its members, untie the hands of tyrants in the home and harm LGBT people.

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Haiti: Worshipers demonstrate against the "immorality" of the new penal code

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Published by presidential decree, the new law which penalizes discrimination based on sexual orientation angered thousands of demonstrators this Sunday in Port-au-Prince.

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Colombia: A Black Trans Sex Worker Died After Paramedics Failed To Take Her To The Hospital

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“The death of Alejandra has become a flag for our march because we want justice, but above all we want this to stop,” Salamanca said.

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Panelists share anti-LGBTQ+ experiences in 'Torture' virtual discussion

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The Center for Victims of Torture ( CVT ) hosted a virtual event entitled "Reclaiming Identity: LGBTQ Experiences of Torture, Persecution, and Healing," on July 22. It showcased the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals who have been tortured and services that have helped them.

European Medicines Agency (EMA) approval of the dapivirine ring for HIV prevention for women in high HIV burden settings

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) announced today that its human medicines committee (CHMP) provided a positive benefit-risk opinion on the use of the Dapivirine Vaginal Ring (DPV-VR) for HIV prevention.