Eleven Dutch Organizations Unite for Sexual Rights Globally

Eleven Dutch organizations are starting to collaborate together. They work for sexual and reproductive health and rights. This matters for people across the world.

The organizations want greater impact through teamwork. Standing alone makes you weaker. Together you gain more influence. This is especially true internationally.

Sexual and reproductive rights are human rights. They include the right to quality healthcare. They also include the right to make personal choices about your body. For LGBTQ+ people, these rights are especially vital. Many countries do not respect these rights.

COC Netherlands is one participating organization. COC has worked for LGBTQ+ rights for years. Both in the Netherlands and beyond. Working with other organizations strengthens their voice.

The collaboration focuses on different themes. Think of access to contraception and safe abortion. But also protection against sexual violence. And equal rights for LGBTQ+ people worldwide.

In many countries, these rights face pressure. Political movements try to reverse sexual rights. The eleven organizations want to oppose this. They do this through lobbying, education, and local partnerships.

The collaboration shows that the Netherlands wants to lead. The country has a strong tradition in sexual rights. This knowledge and experience can help other nations.

The organizations hope their collaboration makes a real difference. For vulnerable people. For LGBTQ+ people facing discrimination. And for women lacking access to quality care.

More information about this collaboration is available via COC Netherlands. The organization plays a central role in this initiative.