IDAHOBIT MAY 17
WHAT IS IDAHOBIT?
HOW TO GET INVOLVED.
IDAHOBIT (International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and Transphobia) is globally recognised as a day to highlight the discmrination and harm that lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, gender diverse, queer and intersex communities face, and to celebrate diverse LGBTIQA+ communities across the world.
Why May 17th? May 17th was chosen to commemorate the World Health Organization’s decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder.
“The Day represents a major global annual landmark to draw the attention of decision makers, the media, the public, corporations, opinion leaders, local authorities, etc. to the alarming situation faced by people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics.” - May17.org
There are many ways individuals, schools or organisations can get involved and show their pride or ally-ship on IDAHOBIT. Here’s just some of the things you can do. Remember, our team is here to help (we’re kinda experts at this) reach out if you need some support.
HOST A FUNDRAISER
A fundraising event is a great way to celebrate May 17 - get in touch with us if you’d like to raise funds for a life-changing cause!
HOST A PANEL DISCUSSION
A panel discussion can be a great way to provide a platform for LGBTIQA+ voices, learn from people with lived-experience and spread awareness on best practices, inclusive language, ally-ship and much more!
We just happen to be pretty darn good at hosting panel discussions so, get in touch if you’d like to discuss hosting a panel for your next event.
Photo by Mitch Dunn - MDP Photography and Video
BOOK A TRAINING SESSION
Workshops
BOOK A KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Book one of our expert speakers to speak at your next event. We will cover topics including personal narrative and experience, active ally-ship tips and practical tools to support LGBTIQA+ people and more.
PURCHASE PRIDE MERCH
Wearing pride merch is an easy way to visibly show your support for LGBTIQA+ communities and signal safety and ally-ship.
Speak is a registered charity, that means that 100% of donations and profits are put back into the organisation to fund our free to access support programs for LGBTIQA+ regional Victorians.
DOWNLOAD A ZOOM/TEAMS BACKGROUND
Click on the image/s you want to download, a new window will open where you can save the image.
DOWNLOAD A GRAPHIC FOR YOUR EMAIL SIGNATURE
Click on the image/s you want to download, a new window will open where you can save the image.
IDAHOBIT IS FOR EVERYONE.