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Peru: Four actions by the trans population against an anti-rights state
Demonstrations, networks, and presentations to the prosecutor's office are some of the actions taken by the trans population in response to the lack of progress from the state.
Mexico: Three trans women were violently murdered in two weeks
Three trans women were violently murdered in two weeks. According to activists, there have been at least 20 trans femicides so far in 2024.
Racism and discrimination limit Indigenous and Afro-Mexican participation in the 2024 elections.
In this explainer, we explain why, despite advances in political rights for Indigenous and Afro-Mexican populations, racism and discrimination persist. What about affirmative action?
She migrated to Argentina seeking rights and was murdered: they demand justice for trans dancer Dámaris León
Dámaris "Biscochito" León migrated from Ecuador to live her trans identity and fulfill her dream of becoming a dancer. She was murdered by a man.
First LGBT mental health survey: More than 50% of young people considered suicide
For the first time in Mexico, specific data on mental health and LGBT+ youth is being collected to understand risk factors and what is needed to ensure the protection and well-being of young people ages 13 to 24.
One year without Sofía Fernández: the family of the trans woman demands justice for her death in a police station
Sofía Fernández, a 39-year-old trans woman, died in the 5th police station in Derqui, after being detained under circumstances that remain unclear a year later. Her body showed signs of beatings and torture.
El Salvador: They were accused of being gang members, but were arrested for being lesbians.
In May 2023, a lesbian couple was detained without evidence. Only one was released. At least 62 violations against the LGBT population have been reported during the Bukele regime.
Presidential debate in Mexico: no concrete proposals for women and LGBT people
The first presidential debate leading up to the 2024 elections included a special segment on "Violence against women, non-discrimination, and vulnerable groups." Here's what Claudia Sheinbaum, Xochitl Gálvez, and Jorge Máynez had to say.
Estrella, a trans survivor, gets married: "I got married to have a dignified old age"
The story of Estrella, a trans woman from the province of Santa Fe, who at 50 years old decided to get married.
UN approves historic resolution to protect the rights of intersex people
The United Nations Human Rights Council adopted a resolution calling for an end to discrimination, violence and practices that violate the human rights of intersex people.