Construyendo Libertad: Estrategias Políticas para los Derechos LGBTIQ+
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The forum "Building Freedom: Political Strategies for LGBTIQ+ Rights and an Inclusive Future" aims to create a constructive dialogue space concerning human rights and opportunities for the LGBTIQ+ community in Panama and Latin America. The current political context presents unique challenges, especially after the elections, where minorities have faced discrimination and hate speech. This forum seeks to gather leaders, activists, academics, and private sector representatives to examine these realities and propose concrete solutions promoting inclusion and equality in the region.
Key topics will include the political participation of the LGBTIQ+ community, the impact of hate speech on democracy, and the ongoing barriers to full inclusion of LGBTIQ+ individuals in society. Through dynamic sessions, discussion panels, and brief talks, attendees will learn about strategies being developed to tackle these issues, including monitoring hate speech on digital platforms, promoting human rights, and the civil society's role in creating a more inclusive environment.
One central theme will focus on eradicating "conversion practices" in Panama and advancing towards the recognition of same-sex marriage. Discussions will cover legal and rights aspects as well as the importance of psychological and social support, and political reforms necessary to ensure the protection of all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Furthermore, the role of the private sector in fostering inclusive and respectful work environments will be explored.
The forum will conclude with a reflection on the impact of HIV criminalization within the community and recognizing trans leaders and activists paving the way toward a more equitable future. At the end, participants will enjoy a closing cocktail where conclusions and next steps will be presented, solidifying a vision of a future where freedom and human rights form the foundation of a truly inclusive society for all.
Agenda - Human Rights Forum
Opening Ceremony.
- Embassy of Portugal
- Iván Chanis Barahona, President of the Iguales Foundation
Session 1
Elections and Human Rights: Lessons and Strategies in the New Political Context of Panama.
Participants:
- Alicia Del Aguila (IDEA International)
- Claire Nevache - Researcher at the International Center for Political and Social Studies AIP - Panama (CIEPS)
- Maribel Gordon - Professor at the Faculty of Economics, University of Panama
Session 2
Hate Speech and Democracy: Challenges for LGBTIQ+ Inclusion in Panamanian Elections.
Participants:
- Marion Briancesco - Journalist and Costa Rican internationalist
Session 3
Eradicating "Conversion Practices": An Intersectional Approach for Panama 2024.
Participants:
- Carlos Chavarria (moderator) - Licensed Psychologist
- Itzel Sayavedra - Psychologist and Family Therapist
- Ana Lanz - Executive Director of Visibles from Guatemala
- Diana Oviedo - Researcher INDICASAT - AIP
- Andrea Diaz - National Institute of Mental Health (INSAM)
Session 4
Civil Marriage for Same-Sex Couples and Human Rights: From International Law.
Participants:
- Alonso Illueca - Professor and Associate Researcher at Santa María La Antigua University
- Rosa Brooks (moderator) - Head of the Political and Communication Section of the British Embassy in Panama
- Angela Russo - Justice Magistrate
- Miguel Mesquita - Human rights specialist at the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights of the OAS
- Karen Anaya - LGBTIQ+ Litigants Network of the Americas
Session 5
HIV and Justice: The Impact of Criminalization on Health and Human Rights.
Participants:
- Juana Cooke (UNDP) - Regional Specialist in HIV, Health, and Human Rights - Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean
Session 6
Advances and Barriers in the Regulation of Law 40.
Participants:
- FANCAP
Session 7
Recognition of Inclusive Leadership in the Private Sector.
Participants:
- Karla Mola - Executive Director of Sumarse
- Giuliana Venutolo - Reputation Manager CCA
- DIAGEO
- Giulia de Sanctis (moderator) - President of the Panamanian Association of Business Executives
- Enrique González Zambrano - Senior Consultant at EY Central America and the Caribbean
Session 8
(Re)recognize me by my name: trans identity in Panama.
Participants:
- Pau Gonzalez - OACNUDH
- Abdías Zambrano - Director of Projects at the Iguales Foundation
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