Europe and Central Asia
Defending the Right to Organize
Community voices are human rights voices.
Published September 18, 2026
Human Rights Watch reported that a major crackdown on LGBT groups and activists in Türkiye threatens the rule of law and fundamental freedoms.
When civil society groups are targeted, LBQ women can lose access to trusted support, legal information, healthcare referrals and safe community spaces.
Our advocacy point: protecting organizers and community groups is essential to protecting the people they serve.
