In the framework of the International Day against Homophobia, transphobia and bisexuality,[/B] the House of Representatives tonight lit up its building with the colours of the diversity flag.
According to a statement from the House, the lighting is a symbolic gesture[/B] aimed at raising awareness and reinforcing and strengthening the effort to eliminate all forms of hatred, intolerance, hostility and discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Meanwhile, the rainbow flag flew outside the Permanent Representation of Cyprus to the European Union in Brussels on Tuesday, commemorating the International Day against Homophobia, Amphiphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT).
The Permanent Representation shared via Twitter a video from the entrance of the building where it is housed, with the comment that "everyone, everywhere, should be free to express who they are and love the one they love without fear of violence or discrimination."
Cyprus' Permanent Representative to the EU, Christina Rafti, meanwhile signed a joint statement by the group "Diplomats for Equality Brussels" in which 63 representatives of countries based in the Belgian capital reaffirm their commitment to defend and promote the rights of the LGBTI community and individuals.
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