Rights and Well-being of Lesbian Bisexual Trans Queer and Intersex Women and Girls

This project supports organizations and networks that aim to empower lesbian bisexual transgender queer and intersex (LBTQI) women and girls in West Africa. Project activities include: (1) mobilizing LBTQI women and girls to promote positive perceptions of LBTQI+ women; (2) creating spaces for inclusive dialogue between LBTQI civil society and health authorities in West Africa; (3) undertaking participatory regional research on Africa's current state and the future of LBTQI rights activism; (4) publishing and disseminating consolidated national reports on the health needs of LBTQI women and girls in West Africa to relevant local stakeholders; and (5) developing a training program for local health authorities that addresses the specific health needs of LBTQI women and girls.

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) improved access to quality health services including sexual and reproductive health adapted to the needs of LBTQI women and girls in West Africa; (2) increased acceptance of the rights of LBTQI women and girls by local communities and leaders in West Africa; and (3) improved regional and international cooperation among civil society organizations on issues regarding LBTQI women and girls.