On the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, more than one hundred people from various organizations gathered in front of the San Martín Courthouse to demand the release and acquittal of Eva Higui de Jesús. At 5 p.m., a rally led by her family took place in front of Congress.
The State-Sponsored Homophobia Report, published by the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (ILGA), highlights both progress and setbacks globally and regionally. Institutional violence and religious fundamentalism are emerging as challenges worldwide. In countries that have made progress, such as Argentina, repression has intensified. Meanwhile, 72 countries continue to criminalize sexual orientation.
Tomorrow there will be rallies, soccer matches and open radio broadcasts in different parts of Argentina to demand the release and acquittal of Eva Analía “Higui” de Jesús, imprisoned since October, accused of homicide, after she defended herself against an attempted gang rape and fatally wounded one of the aggressors.
Argentine photographer and trans activist Flor Guimaraes began her activism under the tutelage of Lohana Berkins and found in photography a way to resist and give visibility to her fellow trans women. Her exhibition “Furia Travesti” (Trans Fury), which has been running for several months, will conclude at the Library of Congress in conjunction with the presentation of her book “La Roy. Revolución de una trava” (La Roy. A Trans Woman's Revolution).
The UN Committee against Torture expressed concern about the persecution of transgender and transvestite migrant women in Argentina by security forces, particularly in the Province of Buenos Aires. This was stated in a section of its report on detentions and ill-treatment.
Claudia Vasquez Haro reports that her attacker broke into her home last night in the La Loma neighborhood of La Plata. He was armed with a rolling pin, a knife, and a bottle. He kept saying, "I'm going to kill you," while beating her. The investigation is being handled by Prosecutor's Office No. 1.
In June, the Presentes news agency is launching a series of journalism training workshops. The first workshop, free of charge, will provide tools for covering issues related to sexual diversity. It will be held in Buenos Aires, at the Tomás Eloy Martínez Foundation, on Saturday, June 10. Space is limited, so prior registration is required.
The justice system will investigate the death of Héctor Orlando Arce. He was the victim of a suspected homophobic crime that has shocked the town of Buin, where he lived. Witnesses are being asked to come forward with any information that may help reconstruct the events and identify those responsible.
The court rejected the request for the release of Eva "Higui" de Jesús. Her lawyer said it was a "discriminatory and sexist" measure and that she will appeal the decision. The family and the Justice for Higui Working Group are calling for a National Day of Action for Higui's Freedom and Acquittal on Wednesday, May 17.
Congressmen from the Fuerza Popular, APRA and Alianza parties voted to repeal article 1 of decree 1323 that protects against gender violence and the LGBTI population.
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