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Motion · S6M-00028 · 17 May 2021

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia 2021

Lodged by Paul O'Kane Standard Motion 28 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT); notes that it was founded 2004, is marked each year on 17 May and aims to raise awareness of violence and discrimination against LGBTQ+ people in order to drive positive change; notes that IDAHOBIT is celebrated in more than 130 countries; believes that it reminds everyone that there is still a long way to go until all LGBTQ+ people are free and safe from harm; acknowledges that reports from Stonewall Scotland suggest that one-in-five LGBTQ+ people have experienced a hate crime and that, often, these go unreported due to concerns that they will not be taken seriously by the authorities; recognises that, in many countries, LGBTQ+ people still live in fear for their livelihoods, families and lives, and acknowledges the need for an ongoing commitment to make positive change and advance the rights of LGBTQ+ people in Scotland and around the world.

Supporters (28)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.