Global rights
LBQ Women Face Global Challenges
Safety, dignity and recognition across every region.
Published October 29, 2026
A United Nations expert warned that lesbian, bisexual and queer women continue to face distinct and intersecting forms of violence and discrimination worldwide.
The call is clear: governments and institutions need better data, stronger protections and policies that recognize the specific experiences of LBQ women instead of leaving them invisible in broader statistics.
Why it matters: visibility helps communities secure services, document harm and shape laws that protect real lives.