#PRESENTE
LGBTQ+ Latine communities face unprecedented attacks in 2025—from over 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced in state legislatures to record-breaking ICE raids targeting immigrant neighborhoods. In 2024 alone, at least 33 trans individuals were murdered in the United States. The work to end this deadly violence cannot fall solely on those most impacted. Ending homophobia and transphobia will allow everyone to express their identities more freely.
The stakes could not be higher. Our response to the unrelenting rise of homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, and anti-immigrant hatred will determine the future of health and livelihood for LGBTQ+ Latine communities. Our commitment must match their cruelty, our boldness, their bigotry, and our focus, their fear. In solidarity with the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT), the Zero Homophobia/Zero Transphobia campaign declares that we remain ¡Presente!.
This year’s IDAHOBIT theme, “The Power of Communities” celebrates the vibrant diversity of the LGBTQ+ community and the strength of collective solidarity. Meanwhile, Zero’s theme, “¡Presente!”, reflects our commitment to building a brighter future, standing firm in the struggle for liberation without burning out or giving up, even amid daily struggles.
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This May 12-17, we ask you to remain steadfast in the struggle with us at our Week of Action Events:​​​​​
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“VISIBLES: the power of being visible in times of increasing censorship and erasure.” May 12, 2025 2:00 PM - 3:15 EST
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What support do the Latine, LGBTQ+ activists, organizers, and community-based organizations need to remain bold in their visibility in this hostile political environment? What role does visibility play in fighting disinformation and uplifting LGBTQ+/immigrant voices on public health and beyond?
Featuring:
Maria Roman, TransLatin@ Coalition
Pedro Julio Serrano, Waves Ahead Puerto Rico
Jose Vazquez, ACLU Alabama
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“Protecting Public Health: Resisting and Regrouping after Funding Cuts."May 14, 2025 2:00 PM - 3:15 EST
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What do the federal funding reductions and policy changes to HIV prevention, care and treatment mean for the health of queer Latines. How can organizations, activists, and allies ensure life-saving prevention and care remain within equitable reach for our communities?
Featuring: Christopher Cuevas, AIDS United
Moderated by: Jessie Claudio, Latinos in the South
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"Lives on the Line: Fighting Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws & Immigration Bans." May 15, 2025: 2:00 PM - 3:15 EST
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Join us to analyze how anti-trans legislation and anti-immigrant policies create intersecting crises for Latine LGBTQ+ individuals and what individuals and organizations can do to stand in solidarity with LGBTQ+ and immigrant communities.
Featuring: Mich P. González, Sanctuary of the South.
Adam Chang, Oasis Legal Services
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