As a preview, we reproduce one of the texts by the “conceptual, performance, and queer feminist artist”—according to her own definition—compiled in a free downloadable e-book: Let the World Tremble: Body and Performance in the Work of Effy Beth. Published by the National University of La Plata Press, it brings together disruptive interventions, images, writings, and perspectives on…
Raiza was stabbed for the second time this year in the Once neighborhood of Buenos Aires, where she works as a prostitute. She has been missing since last night. A habeas corpus petition was filed but rejected. The National Criminal and Correctional Appeals Court is expected to respond today. #BUENOS AIRES# Raiza is 20 years old, Ecuadorian, and…
“Queer Ink,” a festival focused on comics and drawing, unfolds across three locations in the city, featuring works by established artists—from Batato Barea to Maitena—and representatives from the fanzine world. In addition to the exhibitions, there will be book presentations and plenty of music. Gender disobedience, activism, and…
The LGBT Ombudsman's Office of the City of Buenos Aires filed a complaint with the prosecutor's office today. The attacker will have to answer for discrimination, harassment, and threats. The LGBT Ombudsman's Office of the City of Buenos Aires filed a complaint with the courts against the young man who assaulted a trans woman on a street in Buenos Aires and uploaded the video to social media. "We entered at noon…
Based on the annual report in which the Argentine Homosexual Community (CHA) documented the murders of six transvestites and transgender people, and seven gay men, Presentes investigated the current status of each case. The results revealed disparate treatment: a few cases nearing trial, others shelved, a lack of evidence, and resistance from the system to classifying them as hate crimes. Investigation:…
A hearing was held at the Court of Appeals to request that the investigation into the transphobic murder of Diana Sacayán not be closed. For three hours, LGBTQ+ activists demonstrated outside the courthouse demanding justice. The Court is expected to issue a ruling in the coming days, before the judicial recess. (#BUENOSAIRES) – Under a blazing sun, representatives…
Vicente Vera, 48, was insulted and stabbed on Saturday in front of his house. There were already records of homophobic attacks against the couple by one of the assailants. This is the ninth hate crime in Chile since 2012. On Saturday, December 17, at 4:00 p.m., Vicente Vera…
The young man from Corrientes set social media ablaze this week when he recounted how authorities at Saint Patrick's School wouldn't let him attend his graduation dressed as he wanted. The organization 100% Diversity and Rights filed a complaint with INADI (National Institute Against Discrimination, Xenophobia and Racism) and shared statistics on school bullying based on sexual orientation. It had been six months since…
Leaders of LGBTQ+ organizations are demanding a thorough investigation into the murder of Amancay Diana Sacayán, a trans woman. They are calling for a mobilization on December 20, when the Court of Appeals will decide whether the investigation will continue or be closed and sent to trial. (#BUENOSAIRES) – Argentine organizations representing LGBTQ+ groups expressed their strong support and also their concern for…
The Front for the Health of People Living with HIV—comprised of various organizations—is demanding urgent action to address the shortage of medications, reagents, and condoms. In a demonstration outside the National Ministry of Health, they denounced the government's absence in prevention and treatment policies. The minister promised to meet with them between today and tomorrow. The Front for the…
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