In December 2023, with the financial support of the Equality Fund, Right Side Human Rights Defender NGO carried out Women* Are Diverse. Gender-Inclusive Empowerment Camp, the first part of which took place in August 2023. The camp was a continuation of the Trans Camps initiated by Right Side Human Rights Defender NGO and aimed to provide leadership skills and strengthen the capacities of individuals operating in various sectors. Participants had the opportunity to study in-depth and gain comprehensive knowledge about gender issues, LGBTIQ activism in the region, human rights, feminism, and other agenda topics.
Women* Are Diverse. Gender-Inclusive Empowerment Camp was attended by 20 LGBTIQ people, their family members, activists, members of the feminist movement, supporters, and other interested individuals. There were meetings with representatives of the sex worker community, discussions on innovative activism practices, and the development of effective communication skills.
During the camp, several meetings took place, through which the participants analyzed the situation of the Trans and LGBIQ movement in Armenia and what steps can be taken to empower it. Discussions were held regarding the prevention of ongoing discrimination and violence against Trans and LGBIQ persons and the development of effective and quick response mechanisms to support victims. Additionally, participants engaged in panel discussions on the following topics:
At the end of the Women* Are Diverse. Gender-Inclusive Empowerment Camp, Lilit Martirosyan, the founder and president of Right Side Human Rights Defender NGO made a closing speech, handed over certificates, thanked all the participants for their active participation, noting the great importance of education and self-education in creating a free, democratic state and an inclusive society.
January 04, 2024 Armenia Yerevan
