UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. Delivered at the 62nd Human Rights Council in Geneva.
Thank you,
The UK welcomes the Independent Expert's report, which coincides with the alarming rise of anti-rights activity worldwide.
The report makes clear that lesbian, bisexual and queer women and girls, and trans and gender-diverse people face unique and disproportionate exclusion, discrimination and violence - often at the hands of those seeking to uphold gender stereotypes and norms.
We are concerned by the clear evidence that LBQ+ women and girls face exclusion, discrimination and violence, including barriers to accessing health, protection and participation in public life. These harms are compounded by their invisibility in data, policy and service provision.
The UK is steadfast in its commitment to ending gender-based violence against women and girls in all their diversity, both at home and overseas. Through the All-In Coalition - launched by the UK in 2025 - we are working with partners to drive global action to prevent and respond to all forms of gender-based violence.
Our approach is underpinned by the UK's International Strategic Framework on Women and Girls. Its four pillars - educating girls, empowering women and girls, championing sexual and reproductive health and rights, and ending gender-based violence - will guide our efforts to ensure that all women and all girls, in all their diversity, can realise their rights and potential.
Thank you
