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Global Human Rights Defense for LGBTQI Individuals

This act aims to strengthen U.S. efforts in defending the rights of LGBTQI individuals worldwide. It establishes a special envoy position within the State Department to coordinate U.S. foreign policy on this matter, combating discrimination and violence. This is intended to help ensure safety and equality for LGBTQI people beyond U.S. borders.
Key points
Establishment of a permanent Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI Peoples within the U.S. Department of State, who will advise the Secretary of State and direct related activities.
Requirement to develop a U.S. global strategy to prevent and respond to criminalization, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQI people internationally.
Inclusion of information on criminalization and discrimination against LGBTQI individuals in annual U.S. human rights reports on other countries.
Authorization of financial and programmatic assistance for organizations and initiatives supporting LGBTQI rights outside the U.S.
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Additional Information
International Human Rights Defense Act of 2021
Print number: S 424
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-02-24