Macquarie University
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
May 17th – the world marks IDAHOBIT, International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia.
This date holds significance for LGBTQIA+ communities as it commemorates May 17th, 1990, the day when the World Health Organisation declassified homosexuality as a mental illness and removed from their Classification of Diseases.
While this day marked a major step forward for LGBTQIA+ equality, decades on global communities continue to face discrimination. IDAHOBIT celebrates the vibrant and diverse LGBTQIA+ community and raises awareness about the ongoing fight for equality.
IDAHOBIT AT Macquaire
IDAHOBIT Stall
Monday 13 – Wednesday 15 May, 11am – 2pm, 18 Wally’s Walk
Drop by the Student Engagement, Inclusion and Belonging stall to grab some items and resources (… and possibly a treat) leading up to IDAHOBIT.
Take time to share a positive message on the affirmation board, or get creative and express yourself through art at the paint station.