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DAY 2008
Each year, the success of these campaigns is contingent upon the involvement of concerned people from all walks of life. Any initiative aiming at improving the lives of LGBT people is strongly encouraged. |
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GET INVOLVED AND MAKE YOUR INITIATIVES KNOWN TO OTHERS
May 17, the International Day Against Homophobia, is a special time to act in a concrete manner to fight homophobia. From year to year, an increasing number of organizations and individuals are putting together a host of different initiatives. Close to 400 activities and promotional undertakings have taken place in 2007 in Canada, such as posting messages in public places, and organizing special events. |
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For more details on the International Day Against Homophobia on May 17 see: |
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FAQ on May 17 |
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ACTIVITIES FOR 2008
Are you in search of ideas to organize an activity or to make a meaningful gesture? Get inspiration from the activities organized in 2007 by different groups. Use teaching tools developed by specialists. Refer also to the page Taking Action in Schools. |
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KEEP US INFORMED! |
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Keep us informed of your activities! We will publicize them on our web site. |
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HOW TO GET INVOLVED
The fight against homophobia requires each and everyone in their communities to get involved. Here are a few examples of efforts that can be made: |
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Posters and Pamphlets
Hang a poster in waiting rooms and provide pamphlets in a display stand. |
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Internet Banner
Post an International Day Against Homophobia banner on websites. |
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Email Distribution Lists
Send out emails for the annual campaigns against homophobia. |
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Resolution of Support
Ask your municipal or regional board to pass a resolution supporting the International Day Against Homophobia on May 17.
Model motion (Word) |
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Activities
Organise activities, seminars or conferences on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and transsexual (LGBT) issues in your field or community. |
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Speaking Out on Anti-LGBT Behaviour
Report anti-LGBT language and incidents, lodge a complaint with the appropriate organisations, and keep Fondation Émergence informed. |
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The Media
The fight against homophobia needs to reach all communities. The media can contribute if you suggest reports and viewers’ letters, opinion pieces and blogs, and if you invite the media to organised events. |
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See more examples
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The Rainbow Flag is the world’s most recognised symbol of LGBT diversity. Created by San Francisco based artist Gilbert Baker, the Rainbow Flag was first used in 1978 at Gay Pride in San Francisco. The six colours represent various facets of LGBT communities: red for life, orange for healing, yellow for sunlight, green for nature, blue for art, and violet for spirituality. |
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RAISING THE RAINBOW FLAG |
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| Get involved in the nationwide plan to raise the Rainbow Flag on May 17 for the International Day Against Homophobia. Wherever there’s a flagpole, you can fly a Rainbow Flag. |
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- Model letter to municipal board or bourough council to request the Rainbow Flag be raised and for a motion to proclaim the International Day Against Homophobia (Word)
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- Model motion to proclaim the International Day Against Homophobia (Word)
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DISPLAY THE 2008 EDITION OF THE BANNER
Promote the International Day Against Homophobia on your web site. |
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