Strengthening LGBTQI+'s Voice in Politics

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Objective: Contribute to the inclusion of LGBTQI+ people in political decision-making processes in Greece, Cyprus, Italy Specific: Co-creation of a shared vision regarding LGBTQI+ inclusion in politics Increase LGBTQI+’s participation in political decision-making Create and strengthen national/international networks for LGBTQI+ individuals interested in participating in the political decision making processes Raise awareness about misconceptions regarding LGBTQI+ rights, LGBTQI+ experiences of discrimination and the importance of including minorities in political decision making processes Create an action plan for policy change for an LGBTQI+ inclusive society Activities Management and Coordination of the Project Needs assessment and identification of misconceptions about LGBTQI+ rights in Greece, Cyprus and Italy Multi-actor cooperation through national and international exchange LGBTQI+ rights information and empowement programme Dissemination and awareness raising campaign Type and number of persons benefiting from the project 1200 LGBTQI+ indivduals/organisations 1800 relevant stakeholders (from state/government, political institutions, civil society, general public) Expected results Enhanced participation of the LGBTQI+ community in political decision making Increased engagement of revelant political decision making actors for the establishment of LGBTQI+ rights Empowered LGBTQI+ individuals to participate in political decision making processes Increased awareness of LGBTQI+ rights and the importance of including minorities, such as the LGBTQI+ community, in the political discourse Increased awareness amongst relevant stakeholders and civil society of gender equality issues Deliverables to be produced: 3 national surveys; 4 reports; 3 action plans; LGBTQI+ Rights Information and Empowerment Programme; 45 Seminars; 30 empowerment activities; 2 transnational workshops; 6000 leaflets; 6 infodays; 6 videos; final conference; 4 conference papers