“Together always: united in diversity” is the 2023 theme and focus of the annual observance on May 17 of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
This year’s theme emphasizes what union members know well: that solidarity is paramount in defending and advancing 2SLGBTQI+ rights and safety, and ending all forms of hate, discrimination and oppression.
With an alarming rise of attacks on drag story time events and transphobia and setbacks to 2SLGBTQI+ rights around the world, today is a worldwide call to action for all of us to be in solidarity against hate.
Now, more than ever, all of us must speak up against hate and discrimination – and ensure everyone can live freely, love freely, and be who they are without fear.
Today, and every day, we are united diversity.
Let’s celebrate sexual and gender diversities. CUPE Saskatchewan will be joining Pride parades around the province as Pride season approaches.
#LoveisLove #IDAHOBIT
RESOURCES:
- Learn how to fight homophobia and transphobia at the bargaining table with CUPE’s Bargaining 2SLGBTQI+ rights checklist, and our Bargaining Beyond the Binary negotiating guide.
- CUPE’s report on safer public servicesfor 2SLGBTQI+ workers and older adults
- CUPE’s fact sheets on Allies on gender diversity and Pronouns
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