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Of the 69 countries around the world that still criminalize same sex relationships, 32 are in Africa. In many countries, violence and discrimination is a part of the every-day life of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) people and LGBT activism is banned.

This Spirit Day, the United Nations is calling for everyone to take a stand against LGBTI bullying.

Everyone has a deep-rooted sense of their own gender. For most people, their gender identity will match the sex recorded on their birth certificate when they were born. But for some, their assigned sex isn’t true to who they really are...

“All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.” So says Article 1 of the Universal Declaration…

Bisexual people, often referred to as ‘bi’, are emotionally, romantically or sexually attracted to people of more than one gender.…

For trans people in Brazil, discrimination, violence and murder is an all too common part of life. In this video, we meet Tathiane, Taya, Ludymilla, Melissa, Ana Carolina, Christopher and Saulo – activists who are standing up for the human rights of their communities and friends, and inspiring allies to do the same.

Being an ally is about more than silent acceptance. It’s about being there for your lesbian, gay, bi, trans and intersex (LGBTI) family members, friends, colleagues, and neighbours. It’s about striving to understand their experiences, and helping them to understand yours. It’s about supporting one another in times of need. It’s about setting a positive example for others. And most importantly, it’s about creating a more inclusive and loving society where everyone is valued, no matter who they are or whom they love.

Being a trans ally is easier than you think! A little empathy and bravery can make a big difference.

The UN is calling for equal rights and fair treatment for lesbian, gay, bi, trans and intersex people worldwide.