Asociacion Civil EQUIDAD

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Organization

Asociacion Civil EQUIDAD

Equidad founded in 2007, is the first alliance of sexually diverse grassroots organizations working to promote the economic, social, political and health rights of sexual minorities in Oruro, Bolivia, a poor mining town with high rates of immigration and sexual violence. The organization trains sexually diverse community groups to implement efficient education and health programs.

Project

Equality, Justice and Democracy

To reduce discrimination on the basis of gender identity and sexual orientation through human rights education, a weekly radio program, building women's leadership in the LGBT movement, and national and local advocacy for anti-discriminatory laws. Equidad will also maintain a safe space for LGBT youth, providing psychosocial support and strengthening youth leadership.