Explore The Global Story Archive

The Global Story Archive was built in partnership with Outright International, CIPAC, Aspidh, Mitini Nepal, EnGendeRights, and dozens of activists and artists from around the globe. We are profoundly grateful to each of our collaborators, whose partnership and generosity serve as a reminder of the vital importance of global solidarity in the fight to advance the rights and dignity of LGBTIQ+ elders.

Our deepest gratitude goes to all those who have entrusted us with their stories, experiences, and wisdom. Their words are important reminders of the fierce resilience, courage, and creativity of our community’s elders and pioneers.

Dede Oetomo (Indonesia)

Sandra Dee (South Africa)

Kasha Nabagesera (Uganda)

Tzeli Hadjidimitriou (Greece)

Kevin Mwachiro (Kenya)

Gloria Careaga (Mexico)

Dimitra Kyrillou (Greece)

Reingard Wagner (Germany)

Julio Hernandez (Costa Rica)

Sukmaya Magar (Nepal) (Part 1)

Sukmaya Magar (Nepal) (Part 2)

Tisha Doris (The Philippines)

Carola – El Salvador (Spanish) ASPIDH

Maria Elena – El Salvador (Spanish) ASPIDH

Onixa – El Salvador (Spanish) ASPIDH

Josseline – El Salvador (Spanish) ASPIDH

LGBTIQ Elders in Nepal Speak Out

Haydee – El Salvador (Spanish) ASPIDH

Nepali LGBTQ+ Older People Share Experience (Language: Nepali)

LGBTIQ Elders in Nepal Speak on Discrimination

LGBTIQ Elders in Nepal on Ageism and Human Rights Violations

Mitini Nepal Storybook (Nepal – English)

Milan (Dhan Kumari) Bastola (Nepal – English)

Chhotkanu Chaudary (Nepal – English)

Bechan Mohammad Khatun (Nepal – English)

Akali Chaudhary (Nepal – English)

Zeny (Philippines – English)

Thyra (Philippines – English)

Rey (Philippines – English)

Melay (Philippines – English)

Magnolia (Philippines – English)

King (Philippines – English)

Jojo (Philippines – English)

Jean (Philippines – English)

Iman (Philippines – English)

Ibrahim (Philippines – English)

EnGendeRights Storybook – (Philippines – English)

Donnah (Philippines – English)

Donna (Philippines – English)

Cora (Philippines – English)

Rebeca (Panama – Spanish)

Mayela (Costa Rica – Spanish)

Maricruz (Panama – Spanish)

Lissette (Costa Rica – Spanish)

Julio (El Salvador – Spanish)

Juan (Honduras – Spanish)

Gustavo (Honduras – Spanish)

Franklin (Costa Rica – Spanish)

Francisco (Costa Rica – Spanish)

Farid (El Salvador – Spanish)

Esther (Nicaragua – Spanish)

Costa Rica Storybook

Augusto (Costa Rica – Spanish)