Sexual violence refers to any form of unwanted sexual contact including sexual assault/harassment, online and IRL, and can range from jokes/threats/discriminatory comments about someone’s gender/sexuality to sexual behaviour, touching without consent and rape.
#EndSexualViolence

Kenya's Constitutional Court at Mombasa has today issued a historic interim conservatory order protecting LGBTQ+ people The court bans the Anti-LGBTQ+ Movement from:
• Inciting violence against LGBTQ+ Kenyans
• Extrajudicial killings/lynchings
• Home invasion targeting LGBTQ +

Misinformation & Disinformation campaigns have Taken root in Kenya through coordinated campaigns to mimic 'Kenyans' opinions. Here is one of the efforts that we witnessed in March This year through #SethNoToGays
#lgbtqkenya #EqualityForAll #PrideInTruth

For months now, there has been a lot of information circulating online, connected to the legalization and/or criminalization of same-sex marriages in Kenya. We go back to one of the events that led to this ruling in February 2023.
Initiative For Equality & Non Discrimination-INEND

Efforts from our partners @cmrsltrust have finally yielded. Today, the Mombasa High Court made a historic order which protects LGBT+ persons from targeted hate crimes and violations. This is indeed a great step towards an inclusive future. #GSMInclusion #CompassionInAction

Celebrating #Lesbianvisibilityweek2024 with Pride and joy! .At CMRSL,we stand with the lesbian community in the fight for visibility,equality,and inclusion. We celebrate your diversity,beauty,and contributions to the society .Lets keep the love and progress going strong!.

#StressAwarenessMonth24
#HealingApril
#Littlebylittle

Closing the curtains on Lesbian Visibility Week 2024, but the spotlight continues to shine on LBQ organizations advocating for women in all their diversity. Here are some pivotal groups leading the charge.

Myths and stereotypes about lesbians persist in many societies. Education and awareness help dispel misconceptions and promote understanding. Laws should protect lesbians from discrimination, violence, and unequal treatment.

#LesbianVisibilityWeek #LGBTQ #equalityforall

Today, we stand united in solidarity with our lesbian sisters around the globe. Our voices, our stories, and our presence shine brightly as we affirm our identities and celebrate the power of sisterhood. Together, we honor the journey towards visibility and recognize the…

It is with heavy hearts that we come together to honor the memory of our dear comrade and friend, Gee.

In remembrance of Gee's profound impact they have had on our lives, we invite you to join us for a vigil on the 26.4.2024, from 2pm- 5:30pm.

Activism is exhausting, not only does it affect your mental health, but your body & life. I honestly dont blame anyone who clocks out of it. Coz to live a life of constant mental & physical danger is not a life. Worse when the people you fight for have no qualms about hurting you

May your weekend be filled with love, pride, and a deep sense of belonging. Your visibility is not just a statement, but a beacon of hope and courage for countless others. May you feel empowered, celebrated, and embraced for exactly who you are.Happy Lesbian Visibility Day !!

LGBTQ+ individuals in Uganda face significant barriers when it comes to reporting cases of sexual assault. The draconian Anti Homosexuality Act, 2023 made an already discriminatory environment worse with victims being silenced and marginalized, fearing further persecution if they…

At the peak of the health workers' strike, Mwita Emmanuel,HSC #EndFgm🇰🇪 shares in Nation Media Group;

'Survivors already in long-term medical care following sexual violence may face discontinuity. The inability to receive timely care can increase trauma...leading to more anxiety'

#NAYAVoices

It’s crucial to emphasize that without informed consent, sexual assault online can lead to restriction or alleviation of an individual’s rights and freedoms to safety, expression, privacy and speech both online and offline through some consequences as mentioned here;👇🏾
#SAAM2024

As we celebrate #LesbianVisibilityWeek , we celebrate the kaleidoscope of experiences in our community. From femme to masculine, from lipstick lesbians to leather dykes, we uplift the unique voices and stories that make us who we are.

We're united in our fight for equality,…

Gender is a spectrum.
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Happy lesbian visibility week

These women were so great!! You are doing amazing work