ILGA produces a report on Lesbian and Bisexual women’s health

The International Lesbian and Gay Association (ILGA) have produced a report on Lesbian and Bisexual Women’s health: common concerns, local issues, in order to share information and to describe what is being done for the mental and physical wellbeing of Lesbian and bisexual women.


The report, which was compiled from material and individuals worldwide, contains a range of information addressing both health specific topics including HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases, and social and political problems of forced marriage, rape and domestic violence.

Among findings and recommendations, the report notes that there is still too little awareness of safe sex practices, cancer prevention and mental health issues. They also point out that Lesbian and bisexual women are absent from the field of research, which prevents organisations from having data readily available. The ILGA report recommends awareness raising and training among healthcare providers, as well as more cooperation between NGOs and with the various United Nations bodies.

A full list of funders supporting women and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender projects from throughout the world can also be found in the report.

Last modified on August 2 2010.