With this article, we aim to take our readers back to that remarkable day when 14 LGBTI+s stood with courage, making a monumental step for queer representation in Azerbaijan’s electoral process. On the 7th of February 2024, snap presidential elections …
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Javid Nabiyev, an LGBTQI+ activist has revealed a harrowing account of mistreatment and abuse endured at the hands of the Azerbaijani police on his Instagram post. He spoke out about his personal experiences of discrimination and violence, shedding light on …
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How Nafas LGBTI Azerbaijan Alliance celebrated IDAHOBIT in 2014 In 2014, Nafas LGBTI Azerbaijan Alliance, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Netherlands, organised a significant event to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia – IDAHOBIT. …
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“Facing the State: Police Departments and LGBTQ+s” film presentation by Nafas LGBTI Azerbaijan Alliance concluded the May 17 – IDAHOBIT Week with events that reflect the reality in the country. As part of our event, a screening of the film, …
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Nafas LGBTI Azerbaijan Alliance introduces a new podcast. The topic of the podcast is “A and 24 others” film by Vusala Hajiyeva and her creative works. In this podcast, Nigar and the founder of “Transvisionary” and film director Vusala Hajiyeva …
LGBTQI+ activist Ali Malikov gave an interview to Türkiye’s Bianet media. In their interview, Malikov talked about the history of LGBTQI+ activism in Azerbaijan and the path it has taken. They also shared their own involvement in activism, the struggles …
“The biggest problem is not being able to live” | Ali Malikov Read more »
Author: Ali Abbasov, psychologistt-consultant This article is presented within the framework of the “LGBTI+s Demand: Mental Health and Justice” programme, implemented with the support of the USAID Azerbaijan and the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation (BST), by the Nafas …
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Throughout the summer of 2022, Queer Art Festival Baku carried out workshops on filmmaking and urbanism for around 40 participants. The workshops addressed the challenges marginalised communities face in city design and the built environment. As the continuation of the …
How Patriarchy Shapes the Cities | Queer Art Festival Baku Read more »
Throughout the summer of 2022, Queer Art Festival Baku carried out workshops on filmmaking and urbanism for around 40 participants. The workshops addressed the challenges marginalised communities face in city design and the built environment. Participants started with exploring the …
Discussion Points of Internal Premiers | Queer Art Festival Baku Read more »
Throughout the summer of 2022, Queer Art Festival Baku carried out workshops on filmmaking and urbanism for around 40 participants. The workshops addressed the challenges marginalised communities face in city design and the built environment. Participants started with exploring the …
Do You Feel Safe in Baku? | Queer Art Festival Baku Read more »
