Yendri Omar Velásquez
Yendri Omar Velásquez is a prominent Venezuelan human rights activist and a defender of LGBTIQ+ rights. He is the founder of the Observatory of LGBTIQ+ Violence and has been advocating for the rights of marginalized communities in Venezuela. Following threats and persecution due to his activism, he sought refuge in Colombia, where he continues his work. Recently, Velásquez was the victim of a targeted shooting in Bogotá, which prompted condemnation from the United Nations and calls for increased protection for activists.
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Venezuela:
Velásquez is the founder of the Observatory for the Defense of the Rights of LGBTIQ+ People and has been collaborating with Amnesty International Venezuela since 2016.
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Venezuela:
Yendri Velásquez is a founder of the Observatory for the Defense of the Rights of LGBTIQ+ People and has been working with Amnesty International Venezuela since 2016.
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Venezuela:
Yendri Omar Velásquez is a human rights defender and LGBTIQ+ activist who was also attacked in Bogotá.
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Venezuela:
Yendri Velásquez is a Venezuelan LGBTIQ+ rights activist who was injured in a shooting attack in Bogotá.
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