Description
Religious leaders hold significant political influence and have been key drivers for social justice in the region. They have also been among the most visible opponents against rights for LGBT-people. But change is coming. An increasing number is speaking out against violence, and in Botswana church leaders voiced support for decriminalization. The Council of Churches and The Lesbians, Gays & Bisexuals of Botswana will share experiences in creating dialogues between religious leaders, LGBT-people and their families – and the life saving changes this leads to. Could this be a model to facilitate change in even more countries in the region?
Speakers
Jan Bjarne Sødal
He/Him
International advisor, FRI – The Norwegian Organisation for sexual and gender Diversity
Lebohang Matela
She/Her
Director, The Fellowship of Christian Councils in Southern Africa Health and Gender Justice Network
Pierre Buckley
He/Him
Programme Manager, The Global Interfaith Network for People of all Sexes, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identities and Expressions
Bradley Fortuin
He/Him
Community Movement Strengthening Manager, LEGABIBO – Lesbian, Gays and Bisexuals of Botswana
Seipone K. Boitshwarelo
She/Her
Country Coordinator, LEGABIBO – Lesbian, Gays and Bisexuals of Botswana
Godfrey Jankie
He/Him
Programme Coordinator, Botswana Council of Churche
