Since 2004, May 17th is celebrated as International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB). The date of 17 May was specifically chosen to commemorate the World Health Organization’s decision in 1990 to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder.

The Day represents a major global annual landmark to draw the attention of decision makers, the media, the public, corporations, opinion leaders, local authorities, etc. to the alarming situation faced by people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sex characteristics.  This year around the world and in the US, there is more reason than ever to call out the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex people, and all of those with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions.

Learn more about the campaign and ways to support here.