As part of the Helix Project, Queer Cyprus Association has published the final report of a research study titled “Intersectional Experiences of LGBTI+s During the COVID-19 Crisis in the northern part of Cyprus”
According to the information provided by Queer Cyprus Association, the report was prepared within the framework of the Helix Project, funded by the European Union under the Aid Programme for the Turkish Cypriot community. The research comprehensively examines the social, economic, and psychological impacts of the pandemic and the subsequent economic crisis on LGBTI+ individuals living in the northern part of Cyprus.
Among the key findings of the study are the severe threats to both physical and psychological safety faced by LGBTI+ individuals during the pandemic; the widespread increase in domestic violence and housing insecurity; restricted access to mental health services; and the limited reach of social support networks. A significant portion of participants reported being excluded from essential health services, while public support mechanisms were perceived as discriminatory based on gender identity and sexual orientation. Furthermore, the growing practices of solidarity and mutual aid among queer communities during this period underscore the importance of internal community resilience mechanisms.
The dissemination of the research findings to the public and decision-makers aims to shed light on the multiple forms of discrimination faced by LGBTI+ individuals in the northern part of Cyprus and to support the development of solution-oriented policies.
The report prepared within the scope of the Helix Project can be accessed at the following address: bit.ly/Helix-report
Comments are closed