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Austria : 15 Arrests Following Anti-LGBT+ Attacks

https://boutique-lgbtqia.com/austria-15-arrests-anti-lgbt-attacks Austria : 15 Arrests Following Anti-LGBT+ Attacks Austria : 15 Arrests Following Anti-LGBT+ Attacks A Network of Violence Uncovered Austrian law enforcement arrested 15 individuals on Friday suspected of violently assaulting people based on their sexual orientation. These arrests come amid a surge in anti-LGBT+ incidents across Europe. According to a statement from the Styrian police (southeastern Austria), the suspects lured their victims using "fake profiles" created on dating platforms. The first warning about this modus operandi was issued in July 2024. Planned Attacks of Extreme Violence Operating in groups and often hiding behind masks, the attackers struck at night, inflicting severe injuries on their victims. Investigators have also reported an attempted murder. Beyond physical abuse, the perpetrators humiliated their targets by recording videos of the assaults and sharing them onli...

Catalonia Mobilizes Against the Ban on LGBT Events in Hungary

https://boutique-lgbtqia.com/catalonia-mobilizes-against-the-ban-on-lgbt-events-in-hungary Catalonia Mobilizes Against the Ban on LGBT Events in Hungary Catalonia Mobilizes Against the Ban on LGBT Events in Hungary A Protest Against a Violation of Rights In Barcelona, over fifty people gathered this Saturday in front of the Hungarian consulate to oppose the recent ban on LGBTQI+ events in Hungary. This ban, passed by the Hungarian Parliament earlier this week, restricts the LGBTQI+ community from organizing demonstrations and Pride marches . A "Major Step Backward" for Rights The demonstration was organized by the LGTBIcat Platform and Pride BCN, who strongly condemned the measure as a "major step backward for the rights and freedoms" of LGBTQI+ individuals. The organizers expressed deep concern over the situation, urging the European Union to take a "strong stand" against it. They also emphasized that Pride marches are not merely ...

Sidaction 2025 : An Urgent Call to Strengthen HIV Research

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https://boutique-lgbtqia.com/sidaction-2025 Sidaction 2025 : An Urgent Call to Strengthen HIV Research Sidaction 2025 : An Urgent Call to Strengthen HIV Research Sidaction 2025 A Key Event in the Fight Against AIDS From March 21 to 23, 2025 , Sidaction will take place to raise funds for the fight against HIV. This edition comes at a critical time, as U.S. funding cuts threaten ongoing efforts. Florence Thune , the organization's executive director, has stressed the urgency of ramping up research, warning that these decisions set the fight against HIV back 20 years . She emphasized the need to accelerate scientific advancements to eliminate lifelong treatments for people living with HIV. Funding: A Crucial Issue for Research and Care Donations collected during Sidaction—available via phone, SMS, or online —are essential for supporting research, improving healthcare access, and helping those living with HIV. In 2024, nearly €3.87 million in pledged donations ...

The 5 Most LGBTQ+ Friendly Universities in the U.S.

https://boutique-lgbtqia.com/the-5-most-lgbtq-friendly-universities-in-the-u-s The 5 Most LGBTQ+ Friendly Universities in the U.S. The 5 Most LGBTQ+ Friendly Universities in the U.S. A Rise in the Number of LGBTQ+ Students More and more young Americans identify as LGBTQ+. According to a recent Gallup study, 23.1% of individuals born between 1997 and 2006 recognize themselves as part of this community—nearly 9% more than the previous generation. However, despite this progress, university campuses are not free from discrimination, and some institutions remain unwelcoming to queer students. Political Decisions Threatening LGBTQ+ Rights In recent years, several measures have weakened the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals. In January, the president signed an executive order restricting official recognition to only male and female sexes. In February, new regulations banned transgender women from competing in women's sports competitions. Dr. Mitchell R. Lunn, an LG...