International Conference
On 15 and 16 November 2010 the Heinrich Böll Stiftung (HBS) and the Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) will host an international conference on 'Struggle for equality: Sexual orientation, gender identity and human rights in Africa'.
The conference will seek to analyse the challenges faced by the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) communities in Africa. It will also provide a platform for the discussion of strategies aimed at creating an environment on the continent where sexual minorities can enjoy the full range of human rights and are recognised as full citizens. The conference will facilitate dialogue between representatives from politics, academia, civil society and the broader public on these important issues.
The conference is divided into a public opening on the 15th of November and an expert seminar on the following day (limited seats).
Opening Event
18:00 Welcome and Keynote Speech
Dr. Antonie Nord, Regional Director, Heinrich Böll Foundation, Cape Town
Michael Cashman (MEP), Co-President, Intergroup on LGBT Rights, European Parliament
18:30 Opening Panel
Un-African? Homosexuality and homophobia in Africa
Prof. Sylvia Tamale, Dean of Law, Makerere University, Uganda
Dr. Chi-Chi Undie, Associate, Population Council, Kenya
Prof. Marc Epprecht, Global Development Studies, Queen’s University, Canada
Zackie Achmat, Director, Centre for Law & Social Justice, Cape Town
20:00 Reception
Drinks, finger food and music
Date: 15-16 November 2010
Time: 17:30 for 18:00-20:00 / 9:00 for 9:30-18:00
Venue: The Pavilion Conference Centre, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
In case of any questions / queries please do not hesitate to contact our colleague Adele at adele@boell.org.za. Please RSVP to Adele and indicate on which days you would like to attend.
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