You probably didn’t realize it today but May 17 is International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO). Founded in Canada by Foundation Émergence in 2003, the yearly event advocates social acceptance of homosexuality and fighting homophobia in all it’s forms.
From their website:
An International Day Against Homophobia belongs to no one individual. It’s about all people hoping for a prejudice-free world that can provide a place at the table for everyone regardless of their sexual orientation. Inspired by all world theme-days, the day set aside to fight homophobia needs to be appropriated by all of those actively involved in civil society: gay and lesbian community organizations, those organizations focusing on other types of sexual diversity, unions, employers, private businesses, governments, public administration, professional associations, and all individuals seeking equality.
In an effort to help promote the event, gays.com put out this great video starring LGBT folks from around the globe proclaiming their pride. Watch.
IDAHO unfortunately has garnered little press here in the United States.
May 18th, 2009 at 9:18 am
The marriage equality in NYC appeared to have been a success yesterday, despite the anti-marriage equality group that were bused into the Big Apple. This video comes in handy and is good reminder that being different from society dictates is not a bad thing as it is always laid out to be.
It shows you the different faces, gender, color, and smiles of the LGBT community all over the world.
Thank you for sharing this video with all of us.