While the Ugandan LGBT+ community might not be able to recreate stone wall due to the country’s high level of disregard for human rights, this statement is a call to the world this Pride to match for Uganda. The community recognizes and appreciates the support we are receiving during this time and urges the rest of the world to continue to put pressure on Uganda to repeal this law.
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“Despite our concerted efforts to stop the passage of the Anti-Homosexuality Bill, the President has today legalized state-sponsored homophobia and transphobia by signing this bill into law. It will erode the inherent rights of LGBTIQ individuals and put innocent Ugandans at cross hairs of grave violations from State and non-state actors. We now look forward to the legal challenge in court, and the law being repealed,” said Frank Mugisha of Sexual Minorities Uganda (SMUG).
On this International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia, we call upon individuals, communities, and the government of Uganda to join us in actively combating discrimination and prejudice. We urge the rejection of discriminatory laws, the protection of LGBT+ rights, and the creation of an inclusive society where diversity is celebrated and everyone can live their lives authentically, free from fear and oppression.
The mental health challenges faced by LGBTQ+ Ugandans are deeply rooted in societal discrimination, stigma, and repressive laws. Addressing these issues necessitates a collective effort from government entities, civil society organizations, healthcare providers, and the community at large. By fostering safe spaces, promoting access to mental health services, advocating for policy reforms, and fostering education and awareness, it is possible to support the mental well-being of LGBTQ+ Ugandans and create a more inclusive and accepting society. Ultimately, the mental health of every individual, regardless of their sexual and gender identity. It is important to remember that mental health care is well, health care and is a right meant to be accessible to all Ugandans; no ifs or buts!
This is a compilation of some of the solidarity messages that the Ugandan LGBTQ+ community has received during this very trying time. We know that there is still a long way to go but we recognize and appreciate each and everyone that has walked this journey with us.
Mwebale Nyo!
“I am from Uganda and I know too well this persecution and violence. Those I left behind are contacting me everyday, panicked and desperate. We, the team at People Like Us (PLUS) are in contact with local Ugandan organizations and they desperately need your help.”
The oxymoron that comes with #TDOV 2023 is transgender people in Uganda have never been more afraid to be visible than they are right now. Matter of fact for our trans siblings, the best gift to share this day of visibility is the gift of invisibility! When 98% of the legislative house votes to criminalize your mere identity, you have no option but to shove your head back into the sand. As a nation we have told transgender people to undo whatever progress to the journey of freedom from their bodies and held them captive. Th life imprisonment sentence does not start the day the bill is enacted and unfortunately arrested; the life sentence begun the day a bill forbidding people from being who they are was passed.
We are a coalition of businesses from the technology, industrials, airline, financial services, healthcare, consumer products, entertainment and consulting sectors. This briefing is intended to express our concern at the Anti-Homosexuality Bill (AHB), which proposes harsh penalties for people perceived to be lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or non-binary (LGBTQ+) or those who support inclusion […]
Hon. Members, do not to introduce Sexual Apartheid or “MaCarthyism” in Uganda. During the 1950s American Senator Joseph MaCarthy sowed fear and hatred by accusing several people of being communists—the most hated label that could be thrown at you during that time. The lives of politicians, authors, actors, scholars, journalists and many others were shattered by a claim with no basis; hundreds lost their jobs; they were ridiculed and condemned by the neighbours and friends; some even committed suicide as a result.
. As we join the rest of Ugandans in the confusion of the priorities of our legislators and their obsession with policing people’s bodies; Kuchu Times Media Group will be resuming her SRHR campaign. The purpose of this campaign will be to shed light on the diversities of sexual reproductive health and rights needs especially within womn and gender non conforming persons from minority groups.