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Statement. On increased application of Article 120 of the Criminal Code of Uzbekistan
The undersigned organizations express serious concerns over the continued and intensified enforcement of Article 120 of the Criminal Code of Uzbekistan (hereinafter Article 120) that criminalises consensual sexual relations between...
“I’m lucky to have you”: A story about a mother, her transgender son, and love that teaches
“If it weren’t for my child, I probably wouldn’t be where I am now. My life wouldn’t have turned out the way it did,” Alina says. She is 48, a...
Drag Sisters: The Story of Friendship Between Zhanna, Kira, and Lala
Zhanna, Kira, and Lala have known each other for almost 15 years. They were brought together by the stage and transformation. Over time, solidarity and shared values grew into a...
Mission ECOM
Support the development of national LGBTQ+ communities, their activism, promote human rights, and care for the health and social well-being of people with diverse genders and sexualities in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
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This regional synthesis report presents findings from the LGBTQI+ Youth SRHR Inclusiveness Scorecards conducted in Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Ukraine. The report examines how sexual and reproductive health and...
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The regional report on human rights violations against lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people (LGBT people) in Eastern Europe and Central Asia (EECA) in 2025 is based on an analysis...
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Human Rights in the EECA Region
Discover a detailed overview of the human rights situation for LGBT people across Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The interactive map provides country-specific insights into the challenges and progress in the region, including:
- Legal Protections: Anti-discrimination laws and legal recognition of LGBT rights.
- Social Climate: Levels of societal acceptance and key barriers faced by LGBT communities.
- Advocacy Opportunities: Areas requiring urgent attention to advance equality and justice.
This resource is designed to inform and empower activists, organizations, and allies to better understand the regional context and drive impactful change.
Discover more→HIV Epidemic in EECA
MSM and trans people remain at the epicenter of the HIV epidemic in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Learn more about the situation and the latest data from ECOM.
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