2024 was a challenging year for LGBT communities in the EECA region, but at ECOM, we continue to act, support and protect. Today we share our annual report — a summary of the year in numbers and facts.
What was done in 2024:
- 14 alternative reports were submitted to the UN, OSCE and other international bodies
- 366 violations of LGBT rights documented — the cases were included in the reports for the UN and OSCE
- Over 3,000 services were provided through the Emergency Support Fund
- The first chemsex study in Kazakhstan was launched, along with a large-scale study on trans people’s access to medical services
- The 2nd Regional Consultation on PrEP was held in Almaty (120 participants from 15 countries)
Key challenges of the past year:
- Increasing pressure on LGBT communities
- “Foreign agent” laws, bans on “LGBT propaganda” and increased censorship
- Threats to activists and organizations
Despite this, we are adapting and continuing our work — together with our communities, partners and donors. Thank you to everyone who stands with us and believes in equality, health and human rights.
You can read the full version of the report below.
