ADVOCACY AND GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT |
IraQueer amplifies LGBT+ voices by producing and submitting reports to international platforms like the United Nations, highlighting the urgent need for protections in Iraq. Through regular diplomatic engagements and collaborations with global organizations such as ILGA Asia, IraQueer builds alliances and secures international support for LGBT+ rights. These efforts, including co-leading the Qawsuna Summit, underscore the organization's commitment to advancing advocacy and fostering meaningful change on both local and global levels.
Reports and Submissions
We produce reports and send submissions to international platforms like the United Nations highlighting the state of LGBT+ rights in Iraq to inform the local and international governments, and enable them to make the necessary changes to protect LGBT+ Iraqis.
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Diplomatic Engagement
We hold regular meetings with international advocacy and policy delegations, to advocate for the protection and advancement of LGBT+ rights in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. These exchanges provide a platform to raise awareness of the challenges faced by marginalized communities, build alliances, and encourage international support for inclusive policies. By fostering diplomatic dialogue, we aim to drive meaningful change and secure stronger protections for LGBT+ individuals at both the local and regional levels. |
International Partnerships
We actively engage in international partnerships to amplify our impact and advocate for LGBT+ rights on a global scale. By collaborating with international organizations, human rights bodies, and advocacy networks, we bring attention to critical issues facing LGBT+ communities in Iraq.
- Secured membership in ILGA Asia to expand advocacy reach. A proud member of ILGA Asia, a leading regional network committed to promoting the rights and inclusion of LGBT+ community across the continent. This membership enables us to expand our advocacy efforts, connect with like-minded organizations, and leverage a broader platform for meaningful change.
- Co-led the Qawsuna Summit, a high-profile regional conference that brought together key stakeholders, industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to address pressing regional challenges and opportunities.
- Collaborations with Reed Smith law firm to explore international legal measures against Iraq’s anti-LGBT+ law.