Post submitted by Hayley Miller, former HRC Associate Director of Digital and Social

On International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB), members of Congress, celebrities, politicians and businesses reaffirmed their support for global LGBTQ equality.

Businesses

We believe that no matter who you are, where you're from, who you love, or who you worship, you deserve to belong.

That's why we're standing with @UNHumanRights in support of #LGBTI global business standards. Learn more �� #IDAHOTB2018https://t.co/QAllxfyxv4

— AirbnbCitizen (@AirbnbCitizen) May 17, 2018

To mark the #IDAHOTB2018 #Airbus in France signed a charter aimed at securing the rights of #LGBT+ employees.
We are proud to be among 120 companies which have expressed support for the @UNHumanRights #LGBTI global business standards! #Biz4LGBTI
#EmbraceDiversity #WeAreAirbus pic.twitter.com/2nLbmYG99i

— Airbus Careers (@AirbusCareers) May 17, 2018

Pride gives us all strength. Today we stand together in support of International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. #IDAHOT #PrideAtAccenture https://t.co/p2LdPEz82g pic.twitter.com/DNQvmvZ8xH

— Accenture Community (@AccentureCmty) May 17, 2018

On #IDAHOTB2018, we reaffirm our conviction that businesses should #StandUp4HumanRights of #LGBTI people in the workplace & beyond. Learn more: https://t.co/hCaTcmMnP8 pic.twitter.com/EMEh8TDzSh

— Baker McKenzie (@bakermckenzie) May 17, 2018

Today Barclays colleagues from around the world have stood up against prejudice in all its forms and taken part in events to show their support for #IDAHOBIT2018 pic.twitter.com/ji6DdmdYfg

— Barclays Bank (@Barclays) May 17, 2018

Having more data on how companies approach gender #equality helps corporations raise capital, widen their investor base, and measure progress. The #BloombergGEI is now open for 2019 participation. Know more:

— Bloomberg LP (@Bloomberg) May 15, 2018

We believe that an inclusive and diverse workforce drive innovation and fosters new methods of discovery and we stand against homophobia, transphobia, and biphobia. #IDAHOTB https://t.co/GgPKLJjjjF

— WeAreIntel (@WeAreIntel) May 17, 2018

We’re celebrating #IDAHOT today across GSK, and standing together in support of equality ��️‍�� �� pic.twitter.com/j3hlBa8S5a

— GSK (@GSK) May 17, 2018

We #Standup4HumanRights to tackle all kinds of discrimination against #LGBTI people. That's why we support the @UN global LGBTI standards of conduct for business. #IDAHOT #IDAHOT2018 #Biz4LGBTI https://t.co/XZTNLowaE0 pic.twitter.com/IW4Crv9qCL

— Siemens (@Siemens) May 17, 2018

Today, we are proud to celebrate the International
Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and
Transphobia and all that makes our communities, co-workers, and customers unique. #IDAHOT pic.twitter.com/Nm6DSbYVsm

— IKEA USA News (@IKEAUSANews) May 17, 2018 

Members of Congress

I see you, I hear you, & I will not let you be erased. #LGBTQPride #IDAHOT pic.twitter.com/bZHx2ZjvtI

— Rep. Gwen Moore (@RepGwenMoore) May 17, 2018

Today I am pushing back against high levels of violence against the #LGBTQ community in the United States and around the world. I am a proud supporter of H.Res 332, a resolution supporting the goals and ideals of #IDAHOT. pic.twitter.com/KkmAF6GHU1

— Dina Titus (@repdinatitus) May 17, 2018

Hate and violence have gone on far too long against the #LGBTQ community. Today we must all reaffirm our stand against it. #IDAHOT

— Eliot Engel (@RepEliotEngel) May 17, 2018

We refuse to let hate block out the inspiring voices & contributions of America’s LGBTQ community. #IDAHOT https://t.co/WAC2I7lCfr pic.twitter.com/WqtWMx4W6p

— Nancy Pelosi (@NancyPelosi) May 17, 2018

On International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia and every day, I join my colleagues in the @LGBTEqCaucus to speak out against discrimination, harassment, & violence against the #LGBTQ community in the United States & around the world. #IDAHOT pic.twitter.com/8eRaxsGXSf

— Steny Hoyer (@WhipHoyer) May 17, 2018

LGBTQ people still face discrimination around the world + at home. It's up to us to speak out against hatred & fight for everyone’s rights regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity/expression #IDAHOBIT2018 pic.twitter.com/mNzReAueFl

— US Rep. Darren Soto (@RepDarrenSoto) May 17, 2018

I stand with LGBTQ persons around the world who courageously fight bigotry & hate every day. Governments must protect individual rights and combat, not embrace, prejudice & oppression. The U.S. must always lead on the world stage with our values, including human rights. #IDAHOTB https://t.co/8wtScmyVMJ

— Senator Bob Menendez (@SenatorMenendez) May 17, 2018

 Celebrities and Politicians 

It’s the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. A perfect day to speak with our amazing friend @vivekshraya and talk about her important new book I’m Afraid of Men. #IDAHOT #IDAHOTB pic.twitter.com/kdHFk6nB2x

— Tegan and Sara (@teganandsara) May 17, 2018

Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.

Every New Yorker should be able to be themselves without facing prejudice or discrimination. As long as I'm governor, I will always support policies that protect LGBTQ New Yorkers. #IDAHOTB #IDAHOT

— Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) May 17, 2018

Today is #IDAHOTB – International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. #WorldwideCelebrationOfSexualAndGenderDiversities #AlliancesForSolidarity #PowerInNumbers @may17IDAHOTB #LGBTQI+ #IDAHOBIT pic.twitter.com/9Bm6UcgLJI

— Sara Ramirez (@SaraRamirez) May 17, 2018

Everyone deserves the same rights & opportunities in life no matter who they love or how they identify. Today on #IDAHOTB, and every day, we stand together against stigma, persecution, and discrimination. https://t.co/zDkeFs6SQh pic.twitter.com/3iIypliSXI

— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) May 17, 2018

This #IDAHOT I stand in solidarity with LGBTQI activists who are fighting to have the same rights, freedoms, protection & support as anyone else and live without fear of violence & discrimination. A world free from homophobia, transphobia & biphobia needs to be a shared goal.

— Emma Watson (@EmmaWatson) May 17, 2018