LGBTIQ*

The support of lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgender, and intersex individuals is an integral part of the self-understanding of the Heinrich Böll Foundation and shapes the foundation's national and international work. Therefore, the promotion of human rights for individuals with non-conforming sexual orientation and gender identity is firmly anchored in the foundation's work in democracy and human rights policies.

Here you will find current articles, publications, and thematic focuses on LGBTIQ*.

Recent Articles on LGBTIQ*

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How Anti-LGBTQ+ Ideas Help the Georgian Dream Consolidate Power

Analysis

Anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric has been a central element of the Georgian Dream’s anti-democratic turn towards the far right. How do anti-LGBTQ+ statements and policies help GD expand its grip on power, and why does this strategy work?

By Tamta Gelashvili

Illustration: A globe held by hands surrounded by plants and flames. The globe is wrapped in a banner reading "urgent solution."

Beyond the Cuts: How the Defunding Affects Feminist and Civil Society Organizations

Analysis

The rise of the far-right movement and recent shifts in global politics have led to significant cuts in foreign development assistance. What are the impacts on feminist and civil society organizations?

By Merima Šišić and Derya Binışık

GPT Icon Photo: A group of women protest on a street. One speaks into a megaphone, others point in different directions. The word "RESIST" is written. The women are highlighted in color, while the background is black and white.

Nepali Women Raise Their Voices in Feminist Protest

Interview

Women in Nepal have resisted oppression for decades, both through personal acts of defiance as well as participation in creative expressions of protest. Nirvana Bhandary in conversation with Bhawana Raut and Kailash Rai.

Underground Feminism: How Decolonization is Framing the Fight for Gender Equality in Zambia

Background

While the voices of women in Zambia have often been overlooked throughout history, feminist movements are fighting for social justice and equality. Is feminism a colonial construct or the key to liberation?

By Esther Mwema

Feminist demands and right-wing pushback at UN women’s conference

Commentary

The 68th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) has shown, how interlinked economic and gender justice are. At the same time, the linkage between feminist grassroots and UN institutions has drastically weakened, benefiting anti-gender actors.

By Derya Binışık and Adna Kalajdzisalihovic Vuga

All Articles on LGBTIQ*

Thematic Focuses on LGBTIQ*

Ein gelbrotes Herz vor einem bunten Hintergrund aus den Farben Pink, Lila und Türkis

The Eurovision Song Contest and the Power of Utopia

Global Feminist Pitch

Fact: LGBTIQ+ rights are human rights

All Thematic Focuses on LGBTIQ*

Publications on LGBTIQ*

Intersectional Feminist Perspectives On Cybercrime Law

Policy Brief

Cybercrime threatens not only digital security but also deepens social inequalities, affecting marginalized groups like women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and human rights defenders. This policy briefing explores the risks of weaponized cyber laws and proposes a human rights-based approach.

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Addressing Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Meaningfully

Fact Sheet

Conflict-related sexual violence is frequently and deliberately used as a weapon of war - with many many devastating impacts. Survivors should be at the center of all preventative efforts and responses.

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Feminist Development Policy

E-Paper

This brief contains recommendations for practitioners of the international development sector to shift the status quo of development and move towards feminist global collaboration.

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All Publications on LGBTIQ*