LGBT situation in Albania

Sidita ZajaDylan Byrd

http://www.aleancalgbt.org

LGBTQ People in Albania LGBTQ Albanians do exist! Hidden (discriminatory laws, prison) Often experience social isolation and lack of

acceptance Social discrimination—fear of discrimination against

them and against their families

Social context Few social services (Stopaids, substance abuse, youth

services) No governmental services Few civil society organizations that include LGBT

issues in their mission Have anti-discrimination law (covers sexual

orientation and gender identity) No other legal support One visible gay person (Klodi from Big Brother

Albania)

Consequences Social situation is very difficult. As a result:• Some people cope with the situation, making

decisions about where and to whom it is safe to be open

• Some people want to leave Albania• Some people abuse drugs • Some people have considered suicide

……and……

We are trying to change the situation

A few actions during the year

Aleanca Kunder Diskriminimit te LGBT

Weekly Party and Discussion Group

World AIDS Day 500 posters and 800 condoms distributed by

volunteers of Aleanca

Picnics, day trips & more fun...

How to learn more…Join Aleanca – a gay-straight alliance –

on facebook http://www.aleancalgbt.orgE-mail this address

aleanca.al@gmail.com