Santiago de Chile, Nov 11 (EFE).- The Homosexual Integration and Liberation Movement (Movilh) of Chile announced this Monday the XVII version of ‘Orgullo Parade’, a march to promote LGTBI rights due to the “lack of new measures” that protect equality and “the increase in hate speech.”
Scheduled for next Saturday in the center of the Chilean capital, coinciding with National Diversity Day, the march seeks to warn of the danger faced by the rights already achieved by the group, such as the ‘Support Program for boys, girls and adolescents. trans’.
“We are going through one of the harshest and most difficult situations for the promotion of our human rights. It is time to go out into the streets and promote them strongly,” Movilh said in a statement.
The group points out that in recent years those people and institutions that publicly declared themselves in favor of LGTBI rights began to silence their narratives, while those in opposition began “a restructuring process” and increased their hate speech.
“Without a doubt one of the most affected sectors has been trans people, especially children and adolescents,” said Movilh spokesperson Javiera Zúñiga.
“The last year became the worst for the promotion of LGBTIQ+ rights due to a 52.6% increase in discrimination cases; with a total of 1,597 abuses, the highest known number,” he stressed.
The representative also confessed that hate speech has increased by 123%, along with a “stagnation or the weakest progress in the generation or improvement of laws or public policies in favor of LGBTIQ+ rights.”
Movilh specified that during the march informative materials will be disseminated so that LGTBI people know the laws and public policies that protect them.
The organization also announced that it will insist on the need to reform the non-discrimination law – known as the Zamudio Law – and to have a Comprehensive Sexual Education Law, as well as the importance of maintaining the “Support Program for Children.” , Trans Girls and Adolescents”.
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**Interview with Rolando Castillo, Director of Movilh (Homosexual Integration and Liberation Movement)**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Rolando. The XVII Orgullo Parade is approaching, and it seems like it comes at a critical time. Can you share what motivated Movilh to organize this year’s march?
**Rolando Castillo:** Thank you for having me. This year’s parade is crucial due to the increasing hate speech and the stagnation of new legal protections for LGTBI rights in Chile. We feel a pressing need to remind society and policymakers that the rights we have fought for must be defended and expanded, especially in light of recent developments that threaten these achievements.
**Editor:** What specific issues are you hoping to highlight during the march?
**Rolando Castillo:** We want to bring attention to the lack of new measures that protect our rights and the toxic rhetoric that has been rising in public discourse. This event coincides with National Diversity Day, which amplifies our message—celebrating diversity while acknowledging the dangers that come with discrimination and hate against our community.
**Editor:** How has the response been from the community and local authorities regarding the march?
**Rolando Castillo:** The response has been overwhelmingly supportive from the community. People are eager to come together and stand up for equal rights. However, we’ve seen mixed reactions from local authorities. While some are supportive, there are still gaps in understanding and commitment to truly protecting LGTBI rights.
**Editor:** What message do you hope the Orgullo Parade will convey both to the participants and the wider public?
**Rolando Castillo:** We want to send a strong message of solidarity and resilience to our community. To the broader public, we aim to foster understanding and emphasize that the fight for equality is ongoing. We all have a role to play in creating an inclusive society where everyone feels safe and valued, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
**Editor:** Thank you, Rolando, for sharing these insights. We wish you a successful parade and hope for positive changes ahead for LGTBI rights in Chile.
**Rolando Castillo:** Thank you for your support! We hope to see many people joining us in this important fight for equality and dignity.
