Trans and gender-diverse people

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  • Press releases & statements

17 October 2026

Beyond depathologisation: Securing the right to health for trans communities

It has been 7 years since the World Health Organisation depathologised trans identities in the International Classification of Diseases - 11th edition, yet trans and gender diverse communities still face higher levels of discrimination in healthcare

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  • Stories

18 May 2026

Trans Advocacy Week 2026: Trans and gender-diverse leaders drive change at the United Nations

In June 2026, a coalition of civil society organisations will support 14 trans and gender-diverse activists from all regions as they engage in the UN Human Rights Council

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  • Press releases & statements

26 March 2026

The International Olympic Committee polices women and girls and fails them

ILGA World responds to the policy announced today by the International Olympic Committee, which reintroduces sex testing and bans trans and intersex women athletes from competing in the female category

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  • Press releases & statements

17 March 2026

Olympics: Sex testing harms all women and girls

The International Olympic Committee has no right to become ‘gender police' of the world, ILGA World, Sport & Rights Alliance, Humans of Sport, and over 70 organisations globally said today

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  • Videos

8 March 2026

International Women’s Day: every LBTI woman’s contribution makes society stronger

What could happen if women could exercise their rights? On International Women's Day, hear from women and ILGA World representatives worldwide

  • Events

4 March 2026

CSW70: Join ILGA World and partners as we advance gender-equitable justice systems

ILGA World will be at the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women to uplift the voices of lesbian, bisexual, trans, and intersex women, as well as those of our communities at large. Check out the events that we will co-host, and join us there!

  • Members' meet-ups

2 December 2025

Let’s end digital violence against women and gender diverse people

Calling all ILGA World members: join our next meet-up dedicated to you! During 16 days of advocacy and activism, we are creating a safe space to discuss digital violence against women and gender diverse people. Hear from other member organisations and share your own experiences to help our global community!

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  • Press releases & statements

21 October 2025

Statement on the International Day of Action for Trans Depathologisation 2025

We join organisations worldwide calling for health systems that respect the dignity of trans and gender-diverse people

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  • Stories

2 October 2025

Towards inclusive and intersectional women’s rights: Stories from ILGA World members in Albania, Mongolia and Sri Lanka

Read stories of victories achieved by our grassroots member organisations towards inclusive approaches to women's rights