{"id":50630,"date":"2025-11-03T08:54:17","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T07:54:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ket.brussels\/?p=50630"},"modified":"2025-11-03T08:54:18","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T07:54:18","slug":"argentinas-34th-pride-march-tens-of-thousands-rally-against-hate-and-government-rollbacks-under-president-milei","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ket.brussels\/fr\/2025\/11\/03\/argentinas-34th-pride-march-tens-of-thousands-rally-against-hate-and-government-rollbacks-under-president-milei\/","title":{"rendered":"Argentina’s 34th Pride March: Tens of Thousands Rally Against Hate and Government Rollbacks Under President Milei"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tens of thousands of people took part in Buenos Aires\u2019 34th Pride March on Saturday, raising their voices against hate, violence, and recent government rollbacks of LGBTQ rights under President Javier Milei. The demonstration, which began at Plaza de Mayo and moved toward Congress, was organized by over 60 human rights and LGBTQ organizations under the slogan \u201cAgainst hatred and violence: more pride and unity.\u201d<\/strong><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Powerful Response to Government Attacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

President Javier Milei\u2019s administration, in office since December 2023, has dismantled key protections for women and LGBTQ people, including abolishing the Ministry of Women, dissolving the National Institute Against Discrimination (INADI), and cutting over a dozen anti-gender violence programs. These drastic budget changes have left many activists fearing for the safety and dignity of LGBTQ Argentines. In public speeches and international forums, Milei has condemned \u201cradical feminism\u201d and \u201cgender ideology,\u201d sparking waves of protest across the country.<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amnesty International Argentina, represented by Mar\u00eda Paula Garc\u00eda, warned that these measures coincide with \u201can intensification of hate speech and violence, even from the highest levels of authority.\u201d Protesters in Buenos Aires responded with banners stating \u201cNo pride without justice,\u201d demanding accountability and the reinstitution of protections.<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rising Hate Crimes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The political climate has contributed to a sharp rise in hate crimes. According to the National Observatory of LGBT+ Hate Crimes, attacks against LGBT+ people increased by 70% in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year. Trans women were the most affected, and the majority of incidents occurred in Buenos Aires Province. The Observatory\u2019s report directly links this surge to Milei\u2019s incendiary rhetoric and policy changes, warning that the data \u201ccannot be analysed outside the political and discursive context in which they are produced.\u201d<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pride as Political Action<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Speakers and activists at the march emphasized both celebration and resistance. The event not only showcased Argentina\u2019s vibrant LGBTQ community but also served as a rallying cry to defend hard-won rights against the threat of further rollback. Calls for legislative protections\u2014including an Anti-Discrimination Law and a comprehensive Trans Law\u2014highlighted the urgency of action. Activist Esteban Paul\u00f3n described the crowd\u2019s atmosphere: \u201cIf there is any attempt to go backwards, we are going to be mobilized.\u201d<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Useful Links<\/h2>\n\n\n\n