"To eliminate discrimination and stigmatization against LGBTQI, national law and policies to protect their rights should be in place. The organizations supporting LGBTQI community need to provide support to ensure that they have equal rights and support from their family members," says Sue Sha Shinn Thant from Myanmar Youth Affairs Committee.

It is time for us to break the silence and stand up for the rights of LGBTQI. Let’s speak out against stigmatization and discrimination directed at LGBTQI on the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, and on all days.