Thursday, March 16, 2023

Proposes Platform to Fight Discrimination Against LGBTQI+ Community in Bangladesh

On March 16, 2023, Shahanur Islam, a human rights defender and lawyer from Bangladesh and also founder of JusticeMakers Bangladesh, had an official bilateral meeting with Mr. Jean-Marc Berthon, the Ambassador for LGBT+ Rights of France, at his office in Paris.

During the meeting, Mr. Islam brought attention to the current human rights situation faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people in Bangladesh. He highlighted the challenges and difficulties they face in their daily lives, including discrimination, violence, and criminalization.

Mr. Shahanur also announced plans to establish a new platform in France, called JusticeMakers Bangladesh, France with the aim of fighting against discrimination and impunity towards sexual-LGBTQI+ minority communities in Bangladesh.

Mr. Berthon welcomed Mr. Islam to his office and assured him that he will continue to support the LGBTQI+ minority people in Bangladesh. He also expressed his admiration for Mr. Islam's commitment to defending human rights and his efforts to promote equality and justice in his country.

The meeting between Mr. Islam and Mr. Berthon is an important step towards raising awareness about the human rights situation of LGBTQI+ people in Bangladesh and seeking international support to address these issues. It highlights the need for continued efforts to promote and protect human rights for all, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics.

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