Recap | September 2026
Bi Awareness Week
The goal of this week was to increase the visibility of the bisexual community, raise awareness about the issues they face, and celebrate diversity.
The week comes to a meaningful close on September 23, which has been officially observed as International Bisexuality Day since 1999.
To mark the occasion, we shared an informative video on Pink’s Instagram page about Bi Visibility Day and biphobia.
Presentation of Media Monitoring Results
On September 18, the results of the media monitoring titled “Manipulation of Issues Concerning LGBT+ Persons During the First Half of 2026” were presented at Pink’s office.
The media monitoring was conducted from January to July 2026 to examine dangerous narratives, hate speech, and disinformation targeting LGBT+ persons and issues concerning them during the pre-election, election, and post-election processes.
The monitoring results showed that disinformation surrounding LGBT+ issues was prevalent during this period. Of particular concern was the spread of content targeting the LGBT+ community through the use of artificial intelligence tools.
During the meeting, participants discussed the monitoring results in detail, including the main trends identified, as well as next steps and possible actions.
The media monitoring report was prepared with the financial support of the Democracy Development Foundation.
LGBT+ Persons’ Access to HIV and Sexual and Reproductive Health Services
On September 18, Real World, Real People NGO presented the research study “Healthcare with Equal Rights: LGBT+ Persons’ Access to HIV and Sexual and Reproductive Health Services,”
The research examines LGBT+ persons’ experiences accessing healthcare services, the barriers they face, and the issues that continue to limit access to equal and dignified healthcare.
The program was implemented within the framework of a grant provided by Pink Human Rights Defender NGO.
Karine Aghajanyan’s Interview with HRHY
Human Rights House Yerevan is conducting the “Interview with a Human Rights Defender” series, which also featured Karine Aghajanyan, President of Pink Human Rights NGO.
Excerpt from the interview
In fact, it is difficult to describe in just a few sentences the enormous amount of work we do as an organization that has been operating for 18 years and has extensive experience and expertise in this field.
Nevertheless, I am proud to say that we provide sensitive and professional support services, including social worker consultations, legal consultations, and legal representation for LGBT+ persons whose rights have been violated on the basis of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
