ILGA ASIA

Welcome to the

Conference

2025

The 10th ILGA Asia Conference in Nepal serves as a platform to carve the path towards a future where every individual is embraced for their identity and empowered to thrive towards a shared goal where rights matter.

Diverse, Dynamic, Unified

The theme "Diverse, Dynamic, Unified" for the ILGA Asia conference celebrates the vast spectrum of identities and cultures within the LGBTIQ community across Asia, highlighting the evolving activism and resilience in advocating for rights and recognition. It emphasizes solidarity and collective strength, underscoring the commitment to inclusivity and equality throughout the region.

Image of an asian LGBTQI human rights advocate holding a microphone during one of the sessions in ILGA Asia Conference 2022

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Themes

1. Conflicts and Crises Ongoing: Root Causes and Gaps in LGBTIQ Inclusive Responses

2. A Focus on Marriage Equality Movements Across Asia

3. Unity in Diversity: Collaborative Advocacy for Human Rights

4. Navigating Legal Landscapes: Progress and Challenges since 2022

5. Centering the Voices of Asian LGBTIQ Youth

6. Combating Anti-Rights Influence through Collective Action

The image contains three LGBTQI advocates happily posing during the ILGA Asia conference 2022

Meet and Network with fellow LGBTIQ advocates across Asia!

The ILGA Asia Conference is a vital platform for knowledge sharing and capacity building in LGBTIQ human rights. It provides attendees with access to valuable resources, skills, and strategies that are essential for strengthening advocacy efforts and organizational capacities. Engaging in workshops, panels, and discussions allows you to learn from experts and peers, gain new insights, and stay updated on the latest developments in LGBTIQ advocacy.

A picture of a plenary during the ILGA Asia Conference 2022
Image of a panel of LGBTQI advocates during the Intersex pre-conference during the ILGA Asia Conference 2022

Let’s amplify the Asian LGBTIQ voice!

Attending the ILGA Asia Conference 2025 offers a unique opportunity to elevate and empower voices from various LGBTIQ advocacy groups across Asia. The conference is dedicated to ensuring diverse representation and inclusion, giving a platform to marginalized and underrepresented communities.

Image of LGBTQI advocates in a group discussion during the ILGA Asia Conference 2022
A picture of a plenary during the ILGA Asia Conference 2022
Image of a panel of LGBTQI advocates during a session at the ILGA Asia Conference 2022
Networking with diverse queer activists was the key takeaway for me. I have heard surprising influencing histories and recent steps towards a better future.
— Arisdo Gonzalez, Indonesian Content Creator with Pelangi Nusantara during the 2022 Conference
Two LGBTQI advocates conversing during a tea break at the ILGA Asia Conference 2022