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CALL FOR INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION INTO HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS AND PUBLIC HEALTH IMPACT OF HEALTH CENTRE RAID Date: 10 Dec 2025 Obtained from: https://justiceforsisters.org/resources/call-for-independent-investigation-into-human-rights-violations-and-public-health-impact-of-health-centre-raid/ We are alarmed by the many violations of human rights and due process during the raid of Kuala Lumpur health centre Otot2 and the arrest of the 202 men in the premise, […]
Indonesia: 75 people arrested in discriminatory raid on alleged “gay party”
On 22 June 2025, a joint police task force in the city of Bogor, Indonesia arrested 75 individuals for attending an alleged “gay party” in a privately rented villa. They were found in violation of the Pornography Law of 2008, that, while not explicitly criminalising consensual same-sex sexual relationships, have been repeatedly invoked (as have […]
The Kuala Terengganu City Council must remove anti-LGBT signboards immediately
As featured in MalayMail (15 May 2025), read more here. The Kuala Terengganu City Council must remove anti-LGBT signboards immediately Justice for Sisters (JFS) and the following civil society organisations are deeply concerned by the anti-LGBT signboards in Terengganu. Equally alarming is the statement by the Terengganu State EXCO defending the state action as an […]
ILGA Asia and Thai Civil Society Unite to Demand Urgent Action Against Hate Crimes
Bangkok, Thailand — 8th May 2025 On 8th May 2025, ILGA Asia joined Rainbow Sky Association of Thailand (RSAT), a member organization, and a coalition of partner networks at the Thai Parliament to submit a joint statement to the Chairperson of the Committee on Children, Youth, Women, the Elderly, Persons with Disabilities, Ethnic Groups, and […]
Indonesia: Public flogging of gay men in Aceh highlights a larger trend of surveillance into and criminalization of LGBTIQ lives
On 24 February 2025, two university students in Banda Aceh were publicly flogged after being found in violation of Sharia law for engaging in consensual same-sex sex acts. The men, aged 18 and 24, were apprehended on 7 November 2024 when local residents forced their way into the rented room they were using. They were […]
Government bans books with LGBTIQ themes to safeguard “Malaysia’s multicultural values”
On 8 February 2025, the Home Ministry of Malaysia released a statement confirming a ban on three books, including two with LBGTIQ themes. Just a month prior, on 7 January 2025, the Ministry had announced a ban on six books, including three with LGBTIQ themes. Both the bans, which came into effect in January 2025 […]
The Economic Case for LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Southeast Asia
Research Series By Open for Business About the ReportThis comprehensive Southeast Asia (SEA) report, conducted by Open For Business, examines the compelling correlation between LGBTQ+ inclusion and economic and business performance. Focusing on six countries—Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam—the report highlights how inclusive policies and practices can unlock untapped economic potential and […]
Philippines: Prioritise adoption of law against discrimination on the basis of SOGIESC
Two bills calling for equal treatment and the prohibition of discrimination based on Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE) await passage in the Philippines legislature, both stalled due to pushbacks from conservative and religious groups. Despite concerted advocacy efforts, including a letter to President Marcos earlier that month by Equality Alliance with signatures of […]
Thailand: Thailand legalises same-sex marriage with the passing of the Marriage Equality Bill
On June 18, 2024, Thailand’s Senate passed the historic Marriage Equality Bill with an overwhelming majority. Earlier, on March 27, 2024, the Bill had passed from Thailand’s House of Representatives, following which on April 2, 2024, the Bill passed the first reading in the Senate. The Bill will enter into force 120 days after receiving Royal endorsement and its […]
Joint News Release by The ASEAN Regional Coalition to #StopDigitalDictatorship
ASEAN | “Dawn of Digital Dictatorship: Weaponising the Law Against Online Speech in Southeast Asia” New Report on Rising Digital Dictatorship: How Laws Are Being Used to Silence Online Speech Across Southeast Asia March 12, 2024 (Bangkok, Thailand) – On March 12, the World Day Against Cyber Censorship, the ASEAN Regional Coalition to #StopDigitalDictatorship is […]
Human and Arts: Asa Kusumah (Indonesia)
Introducing Asa, our first feature of the Human and Arts Series, and as part of our campaign for Women’s Month. Asa is a DJ based in Indonesia with over a decade of experience in the industry. Known for her deep eclectic beats, Asa seamlessly blends various genres to create unforgettable dance experiences. With music as […]
Joint Solidarity Statement: Confronting the Influence of Online Hate Campaigns in the Forced Expulsion of Rohingya from Indonesia
January 17, 2024 We, Manushya Foundation, ALTSEAN-Burma, Cambodian Center for Human Rights, ELSAM, Foundation for Media Alternatives, ILGA Asia, Rohingya Maìyafuìnor Collaborative Network, SAFEnet, The 88 Project, and Women’s Peace Network, as the ASEAN Regional Coalition to #StopDigitalDictatorship, stand in solidarity with all Rohingya refugees. We call on the Indonesian Government to fulfill their international and […]