Published 10 days ago

Liberals pledge $1.7M for persecuted LGBTQ+ people abroad

The federal government allocated $1.7 million for groups supporting gender and sexual minorities abroad, amid criticism for delays in funding commitments. Liberal MP Anita Vandenbeld emphasized the growing challenge from well-funded groups opposing LGBTQI+ rights.
Activists garner praise for advancements in Nepal, Thailand, and Dominica, with calls to fight for rights rather than seek refuge. Funds will aid activists in danger with relocation, medical, or legal needs.
Canada's support for LGBTQI+ initiatives earns recognition from USAID coordinator Jay Gilliam, with an emphasis on aiding activists in imminent peril. Pressure mounts on Canada to address anti-LGBTQI+ laws in Uganda and Ghana to safeguard human rights.

Insights by Ground AI

Does this summary seem wrong?

0 Articles

All

Left

Center

Right

Winnipeg Free Press

Liberals pledge $1.7M for persecuted LGBTQ+ people abroad

OTTAWA – The federal government has announced it will give $1.7 million to groups supporting gender and sexual minorities abroad. That follows activists’ criticisms that Ottawa is too slow to […]

11 days ago·Winnipeg, Canada

Read Full Article

SooToday.com

Liberals pledge $1.7M for persecuted LGBTQ+ people abroad

OTTAWA — The federal government has announced it will give $1.7 million to groups supporting gender and sexual minorities abroad.

11 days ago·Sault Ste. Marie, United States

Read Full Article

Barrie Today

Liberals pledge $1.7M for persecuted LGBTQ+ people abroad

OTTAWA — The federal government has announced $1.7 million for groups supporting gender and sexual minorities abroad, while facing criticism from activists that Ottawa is too slow to follow through with its funding promises.

11 days ago·Barrie, Canada

Read Full Article