Statements: Amplifying LGBTQ+ Voices
In a world that needs change, our statements are a roar for justice, equality, and acceptance. Explore our powerful declarations of LGBTQ+ rights and advocacy. Each statement is a step towards creating safer, more inclusive spaces for all.
May 1st 2024
Statement on Uganda's Upholding of the Anti-Homosexuality Act
We are deeply dismayed by the Ugandan Constitutional Court's decision to uphold the discriminatory Anti-Homosexuality Act. This legislation imposes harsh penalties, including life imprisonment and, in some cases, the death penalty. We strongly condemn this development and are concerned about the implications it carries for our siblings in Uganda.
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March 1st 2024
STATEMENT CONDEMNING THE "HUMAN SEXUAL RIGHTS AND FAMILY VALUES BILL" IN GHANA
We, at galck+, stand in solidarity with our Ghanaian LGBTQ+ siblings following the recent passage of the anti-homosexuality bill in Ghana. This bill, heavily sponsored by religious and traditional leaders and favoured by most lawmakers, was passed in parliament on Wednesday, 28th February 2024...
Read MoreOctober 24th 2023
We Stand With Orlando
On the morning of Sunday 12th June 2016, the world woke up to the tragic news that a gunman had opened fire and killed 50 people and left dozens of others severely injured at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida. Acts of hatred and violence are not unfamiliar to the Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and…
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GALCK Statement on Extrajudicial Executions in Kenya
The Gay and Lesbian Coalition of Kenya (GALCK), a coalition of 16 member organisations working to prevent violence and discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression, stands in solidarity with all victims of extrajudicial executions and calls for accountability of the Kenya Police in their law enforcement activities.
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GALCK Statement on UN Resolution on SOGIE Independent Expert
The Gay and Lesbian Coalition of Kenya (GALCK), a coalition of 16 member organisations working to prevent violence and discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression, welcomes the Human Rights Council resolution establishing an Independent Expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
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GALCK Statement on State-Sanctioned Disruptions of Pride Celebrations in Uganda
The Gay and Lesbian Coalition of Kenya (GALCK) is the national umbrella body for SOGIE organizations representing various lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex voices from across Kenya. Together we envision a safe and enabling environment for SOGIE organizations and individuals in Kenya.
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GALCK Statement To Ezekiel Mutua and the Kenya Film Classification Board
On the afternoon of 29th August, 2016, Ezekiel Mutua of the Kenya Film Classification Board, on social media released a statement about an alleged upcoming show. Mr Mutua alleged that the show in question, titled The Spread, would be “hosted by two lesbians.” The show would be hosted on What’s Good Networks (WGN) online broadcasting…
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GALCK Executive Coordinator Remarks at Media Networking Cocktail
On behalf of the Gay and Lesbian Coalition of Kenya, welcome to our first Media Engagement Forum. Thank you all for making time to attend this event, we hope that our constructive engagement continues in the years ahead. What brings us together? Attending this event today are people from different backgrounds: we have human rights…
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