User:SomewhatAlex/International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Impact
A societal sense of awareness about these enduring issues has been gaining more and more attention as several important figures in the current global setting speak up regarding their approval and support of this initiative. Of these includes a statement officiated by the 46th and current president of the United States, Joseph R. Biden, Jr that highlights his endorsement and recognition of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. In the released statement, the president went as far as to highlight that his support would be coupled with continued aid in formulating and implementing further action towards alleviating LGBTQIA+ discrimination within communities, making mention of the Equality Act that as of October 2021 remains an unpassed bill.

In addition, it was seen that on the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia of May 17th, 2021 that the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, issued a statement about the Canadian government’s support of it’s LGBTQ2 population. He made clear to emphasize the role that everyone has in society to create a safe environment where everyone can flourish and live their lives to the fullest. Efforts made in creating the first federal LGBTQ2 Action Plan were mentioned as well as the passing of “legislation to fully protect gender identity and expression”, creating a safe and hopeful image for the future.

Goal and Activities:
Despite the three principal issues mentioned in the the name of the celebration, this day is widely regarded as an initiative that is “working to advance the rights of people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics.” This allows for a widespread amalgamation of different self-identified expressions coming together to share pride in oneself, happiness, and love with others as participants take charge against different rampant forms of hate in the world.

History:
As it stands as of May 17th 2021, the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia has been officially recognized and commemorated by over 130 different countries across the globe.