Advancing queer human rights across Sothern Africa
South Africa has a complex history when it comes to LGBTQI rights. While the country boasts progressive laws, social attitudes can vary greatly. Out of the belief in the freedom of individuals to live a safe and dignified life, The Other foundation works to advance the human rights of queer people in Sothern Africa by changing the views, practices, and institutions that threaten them. The Other Foundation works specifically with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and gender non-conforming people for the purpose of expanding the resources available to defend and advance their social equality. Through Grant-Making and Fundraising they enable individuals and organizations to advance queer rights in their communities. They also hold public events that create open dialogue around queerness in Sothern Africa, as well as conduct research around queer issues. Sakhisizwe got a change to speak with Samuel Shapiro, the Other Foundations' Programmes Process Officer. In our conversa