lgbt situation in albania
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Sidita\'s presentation for the "What\'s going on?" panel discussionTRANSCRIPT
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Sidita ZajaDylan Byrd
http://www.aleancalgbt.org
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LGBTQ People in Albania LGBTQ Albanians do exist! Hidden (discriminatory laws, prison) Often experience social isolation and lack of
acceptance Social discrimination—fear of discrimination against
them and against their families
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Social context Few social services (Stopaids, substance abuse, youth
services) No governmental services Few civil society organizations that include LGBT
issues in their mission Have anti-discrimination law (covers sexual
orientation and gender identity) No other legal support One visible gay person (Klodi from Big Brother
Albania)
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Consequences Social situation is very difficult. As a result:• Some people cope with the situation, making
decisions about where and to whom it is safe to be open
• Some people want to leave Albania• Some people abuse drugs • Some people have considered suicide
……and……
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We are trying to change the situation
A few actions during the year
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Aleanca Kunder Diskriminimit te LGBT
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Weekly Party and Discussion Group
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World AIDS Day 500 posters and 800 condoms distributed by
volunteers of Aleanca
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Picnics, day trips & more fun...
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How to learn more…Join Aleanca – a gay-straight alliance –
on facebook http://www.aleancalgbt.orgE-mail this address