| LGBT+ people in Lithuania are one of the most discriminated groups in the EU. There is a lack of action in the country to improve the situation of LGBT+ rights. LGBT+ rights are perceived differently in both cities and regions, and there is little desire to protect them: due to passive adaptation in cities; for fear of action, lack of contact with supporters; due to strongly expressed internalized homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia. There are no inclusive, accessible, and safe measures in Lithuania that would encourage individuals to take an interest and act individually or through associations. The project will address key impact challenges by raising awareness among the LGBT+ community, especially young people, about international human rights standards and equal treatment, respect for HR and equality, and involvement in civic activities to support positive changes in HR and compliance with HR standards. The main objective of the project is to raise awareness about LGBT+ human rights and equal treatment, enabling LGBT+ youth and other groups in society to take an active interest in human rights issues and engage in public activities in cities and regions. Project`s target groups: LGBT+ youth (14-29 years old), LGBT+ persons, general education school staff, parents with LGBT+ children, relatives, and LGBT+ straight allies, HR organizations and activists. The following outcomes are expected to be achieved through the interlinked project activities: publications on specific topics relevant to the LGBT+ community will be issued, and a digital platform for mobile devices will be created, where project participants will be able independently to perform gamificated tasks to improve the situation of LGBT+ rights. The GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) network in Lithuanian schools will be established. Participants will strengthen their capacity in trainings and events. At the end of the project, an increase in the number of members of civil society, especially among young people from the regions, who will contribute to positive change in the field of HR is expected. The project promoters’ organizations (Tolerant Youth Association and Charity and Support Foundation Frida) will strengthen their capacity, increase organizational sustainability, establish new partnerships through the GSA network, and attract new active members. App „Rainbow Challenge App” This app was initially born out of concern that the situation of LGBT+ human rights in Lithuania is not good, and that we must act in solidarity. Across Lithuania, there are quite a few people who, although with a small contribution, would like to change the situation for the better, but do not know how. Some of us are looking for ideas on what activities to engage in to promote equality for LGBT+ individuals, but we still face circumstances where we cannot implement all of them due to fear of losing personal safety. The Tolerant Youth Association, being unable to provide a helper for each individual who wants to get involved, and due to limited possibilities to reach you in different parts of Lithuania or even abroad, decided to try a more innovative alternative – the opportunity to create a virtual space where information about LGBT+ is shared, along with various types of tasks, the implementation of which would contribute to the equality, visibility, and empowerment of LGBT+ individuals. The goal of this space is to provide a safe space to act and the right to choose tasks according to your capabilities. Nevertheless, everyone who completes a task should be rewarded. We do this mainly so that you can see for yourself the activities you are carrying out over a certain period. This acts as a reminder and a thank you, which is evaluated with a certain number of rainbows and an uninterrupted weekly streak. By collecting rainbows, you can not only track your contribution personally, but it also contributes to your chosen region. Additionally, the Tolerant Youth Association is looking for ways to exchange accumulated rainbows for cute rewards as opportunities arise. So, from time to time, check the Rainbow Challenge app’s shop section, where you might find something that interests you. In summary, with this app, you can: Access various information about LGBT+ human rights Test your knowledge about various human rights-related facts Act anonymously, publicly, or independently Engage in various activities contributing to LGBT+ equality Suggest your initiatives and ideas for others to implement Collect rainbows for yourself and your region Exchange accumulated rainbows for small but cute rewards You can download the app to your mobile devices: GooglePlay AppStore |
