Several concerns emerged at last week’s media briefing – held by ILGA World.

That’s the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association – a global LGBTQ+ rights organisation.

One key issue is ongoing discrimination in society.

While same-sex marriage is legal here – gender-based violence remains a persistent problem.

Questions have also been raised about whether a society – free from discrimination – could truly be achieved.

In response – Liberty Matthyse – of GenderDynamix…

…says while strengthening laws and policies is essential…

… that alone won’t produce the social change needed – to ensure safety and security for all.


Picture: ILGA World