OHCHR Human Rights of LGBTI People Tool
Introduction to the course
The OHCHR electronic course on the human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people is an introductory course designed for UN staff, State officials, civil society organizations, national human rights institutions and other stakeholders. It will equip learners with information on key terms and concepts related to LGBTI people, harmful myths and stereotypes, human rights violations faced by LGBTI people, the role of the UN and steps that UN officials and others can take to tackle violence and discrimination against LGBTI people.
Who attends this course?
- UN staff
- State officials
- Civil society organizations
- National human rights institutions
- Other stakeholders
Learning objectives
- Use key concepts related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people and human rights
- Recognize human rights violations that affect LGBTI people, and identify relevant UN standards
- Identify measures to integrate respect for the human rights of LGBTI people into your daily life and your work
Want to join?
This free course is available on eCampus, the ITCILO's online learning platform.
