No Discrimination, Please

RAINBOW CORNER

Despite the fact that there have been landmark decisions to advance LGBTQ rights, protection can be increased by ensuring that laws, rules, and policies do not discriminate against LGBTQ.

In order to facilitate positive cultural shifts and the construction of more welcoming communities and societies, non-discrimination laws and policies can be passed, in addition to repealing existing laws and policies that either intentionally discriminate against LGBTQ people or unintentionally have an impact that is discriminatory to this population. This will allow for the facilitation of positive cultural shifts and the construction of more welcoming communities and societies. By doing so, it is possible to facilitate positive cultural shifts and construct communities and societies that are more accepting of people of different backgrounds.

The workplace non-discrimination legislation of 81 nations gives protection for the rights of LGBTQ workers, while the constitutions of 11 countries include explicit protection against discrimination based on sexual orientation.

By instituting policies that do not comply with local laws, businesses, particularly in regions where such regulations are lacking, are able to prohibit and prevent the harassment and discrimination of LGBTQ professionals. This is particularly effective in areas where such regulations are inadequate.

More than ninety per cent of the companies that make up the Fortune 500 have already implemented policies that make it illegal to discriminate based on a person's sexual orientation.

Despite progress towards equality in a growing number of nations, the human rights situation of LGBTQ people continues to be a major cause for concern.

The rate of advancement has been inconsistent: at least 69 nations continue to make it illegal for adults of the same sexual orientation to have sexual relations with one another.

Members of the LGBTQ community have been unjustly blamed, abused, and stigmatised as potential disease vectors. This has fueled hatred and violence, as well as scapegoating on social media. Harassment, physical assault, and even murder are still common forms of violence directed towards LGBTQ individuals in many parts of the world.

It is necessary to increase both the level of acceptance and the social support. A great number of nations have witnessed an increase in the tolerance of homosexuality over the course of the last twenty years. This acceptance has been fueled in part by the increased visibility of transgender people in society.

However, progress is still highly polarised and markedly divided on a country-by-country basis. The societal and familial acceptance of LGBTQ individuals is still hindered by rigid conventions and attitudes regarding sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other related topics. For instance, they may result in the continuation of a procedure known as "conversion therapy," the objective of which is to alter the individual's sexual orientation or to repress the individual's gender identity.

A history and culture that are better known and depicted in ways that are more inclusive of the perspectives of LGBTQ people may lead to greater acceptance of the identities of people who identify with those groups. LGBTQ people have been influential in the progression of human history since the earliest time periods, and they have always been a vital component of our communities and civilizations.

It is necessary to enhance one's profile and degree of representation. Increasing the visibility and representation of LGBTQ individuals in popular culture and leadership positions leads to wider societal acceptability, which in turn makes it more likely that public opinion will drive equality measures that are implemented by corporations and governments.

The public broadcasting of LGBTQ content is completely restricted or censored in some countries. When we look at representation in business leadership, we find that there was none from this community until Tim Cook came up in 2014.

Putting an end to violence within families committed against LGBTQ individuals

The following tenets have been determined by research to be fundamental in the fight against homophobia, transphobia, and gender identity and expression in the home.

Include members of the LGBTIQ community in the process of developing, planning, and carrying out all preventative measures.

Take action to address the underlying causes of violent acts committed against LGBTIQ individuals. In order to accomplish this, gender inequity, homophobia, and transphobia need to be addressed.

Adopt an intersectional strategy that recognises and responds to the variety and varying needs that exist within LGBTIQ communities. This is essential since many members of LGBTIQ communities are likely to be subjected to many forms of discrimination and oppression, some of which are related to race and others to ability.

When planning, make sure there is enough time, space, and resources for critical reflection. This should include time for you to reflect on your own encounters with power and privilege.

Form partnerships with or coordinate your efforts with those of other preventative initiatives to have the maximum impact.

Always base your decisions on evidence, and work to get more evidence. Because the prevention of family violence against LGBTQ persons is a developing field, there is an urgent need to invest in assessment as well as to construct and share evidence of what works.

Promote LGBTQ youth by highlighting their loving, resilient, and diverse experiences. Using LGBTQ stories can help. To end violence, we must reform our society to be loving and inclusive of LGBTQ populations, especially marginalised ones. This is especially important for young people, who often internalise discrimination and face high rates of violence in their schools and homes. Everyone may help alter culture by showcasing the whole humanity and various experiences of LGBTQ communities, supporting LGBTQ-specific venues, and celebrating LGBTQ recovery. These are some approaches to helping.

LGBTQ youth must learn early on that their experiences are acknowledged and celebrated. Intimate partner violence contributes to many transgender women fatalities. Dating a transgender woman is socially stigmatised; therefore, her partner may be more likely to be abusive. The transgender woman's partner may want privacy or fear being exposed. Everyone must eliminate discrimination and shame against transgender women and their partners. We may do this by affirming that transgender women's lives and relationships are as meaningful and beautiful as anyone else's.

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