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<p>The UK is totally opposed to all forms of discrimination, and works to uphold the rights and freedoms of LGBTI people in all circumstances. Through our embassies and high commissions, and through international organisations including the UN, EU, OSCE, the Council of Europe and the Commonwealth, we work to promote tolerance and non-discrimination against LGBTI people and to address discriminatory laws, including those that criminalise homosexuality. In particular, the UK stands ready to support any Commonwealth member wanting to reform outdated legislation that makes such discrimination possible.</p><p>Our High Commission in Kampala engages closely with civil society groups in Uganda working to promote inclusivity, diversity, and tolerance, in coordination with our international partners. We continue to support and fund training related to protection of LGBTI rights and provide support to groups working to improve the protection of minority rights. The UK welcomed the decision of the Ugandan Constitutional Court to annul the Anti-Homosexuality Act on 1 August 2014. Our High Commission in Kampala will continue to raise our concerns with the Ugandan Government about any legislation which could lead to persecution and discrimination against LGBTI people.</p><p>In Kenya, the High Commission in Nairobi has supported Kenyans from LGBTI groups to attend international forums on LGBTI rights.</p><p>We are aware of reports of abuse of LGBTI refugees in Kakuma Refugee camp and have been in close touch with UNHCR, who manage the camp, about how best to help those individuals. In January, UNHCR reported that all LGBTI refugees had been moved from Kakuma to a safe house. UNHCR continues to work closely with a local civil society organisation to help the refugees settle into their new community.</p> |