This year, we call on everyone to take “rainbow action” as we face an exponential rise in anti-2SLGBTQI hate.
Each year on May 17, the world marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAH OBIT) — a global moment to stand in solidarity with 2SLGBTQI communities and spotlight the urgent need to confront hate and discrimination. Launched in 2003 by Fondation Émergence, IDAHOBIT has grown into a powerful day of awareness and action recognized across the globe.
This year, the call to action is more pressing than ever. Around the world, including here in Canada, we are witnessing an alarming surge in anti-2SLGBTQI hate, from the spread of misinformation and disinformation that targets the efforts in making a more inclusive world, to the waves of direct discriminatory policies targeting trans and queer communities. Hate crimes, mis-/disinformation, and coordinated efforts to strike down rights are on the rise, threatening the safety and dignity of 2SLGBTQI people.
Amid this rising anti-2SLGBTQI hate, we are calling on everyone to take rainbow action!
- Attend a Free Webinar
- Combat Misinformation and Disinformation
- Plan for Safety Amid Rising Hate
- Craft Inclusive Messaging and Have Difficult Conversations
- Donate to support our work in combatting hate
Attend a Free Webinar
Anti-2SLGBTQI Hate in Canada: What It Is and What We Can Do About It
This webinar explores the rise of anti-2SLGBTQI hate in Canada, examining recent events, and the roles of advocacy, activism, and visibility in combatting it. Participants will also learn strategies to counter misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation, along with resources and tools to take action.
May 7, 2025 | 12pm – 1pm ET
Planning and Implementing 2SLGBTQI Events Amid Rising Hate
This webinar provides guidance on planning and hosting safer 2SLGBTQI events amid rising anti-2SLGBTQI hate, along with essential safety tips for attendees. Participants will also learn de-escalation communication techniques to navigate challenging situations effectively.
May 13, 2025 | 12pm – 1pm ET
Combat Misinformation and Disinformation
Egale Explains: Drag; Drag Storytime; Drag FAQ
During this time of rising 2SLGBTQI-hate, much of the hate is aimed at drag artists and family-friendly drag storytimes. Use this resource to accurately explain what each of these art forms are.
Egale Explains: FAQ About Gender Identity
When discussing gender identity, misinformation and disinformation are widespread. Use this resource to navigate common questions and gain a clearer, fact-based understanding.
Egale Explains: Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents
In common language, we often use the term ‘hate crime’ whenever hate occurs. However, it is important to know that ‘hate crime’ has a specific definition in criminal law. Use this resource to understand how to accurately talk about hate crime.
Plan for Safety Amid Rising Hate
A Safe Night ‘Out’: A Guide for 2SLGBTQI Safety
Whether you’re heading to a bar, a club, or attending a community event, it’s crucial to remember that safety and enjoyment should go hand-in-hand. This guide outlines steps you can take to have a safe night out and protect yourself, your friends, and communities.
Don’t Discount Hate: A Retail Guide to Anti-2SLGBTQI Hate
Designed for retail managers and business owners, this guide includes information on how to deal with hateful customers, things to consider when involving police and how to ensure a safe environment for customers, employers and yourself when anti-2SLGBTQI hate occurs.
Pride Safety Toolkits
These guides are 2SLGBTQI people and allies on how to stay safe amid rising levels of anti-2SLGBTQI hate at public events.
• Pride Safety Toolkit for Event Attendees
• Pride Safety Toolkit for Event Organizers
• 2SLGBTQI Protest Safety Guide
Craft Inclusive Messaging and Have Difficult Conversations
Inclusive Narratives: A Messaging Guide for 2SLGTBQI Advocacy
This guide provides the tools needed by advocates and organizations to develop effective messaging to combat the ongoing rise in anti-2SLGBTQI hate.
How Do We Talk About It? A Guide for Difficult Conversations
This resource is designed to empower you with the knowledge you need to have the difficult conversations needed to tackle anti-2SLGBTQI hate, and help familiarize members of your community with the issues facing trans and gender diverse people across Canada.
Find even more resources to understand and combat anti-2SLGBTQI hate at Rainbow Action Hub.
Egale Canada’s 2025 IDAHOBIT campaign is made possible thanks to the generous support of the LCBO – the Lead Ontario Partner of the Rainbow Action Hub
