Angela (she) is a dedicated LGBT+ activist. Having a degree in social psychology and psycho-pedagogy, her work primarily addresses issues like human rights and preventing discrimination. As CEO of GENDERDOC-M Information Centre and a program coordinator for advocacy, Angela has contributed significantly to promoting LGBT rights in Moldova. The recognition of her efforts through the UN Human Rights Award reflects her impact and dedication towards creating a more just and equal society.

The Philippines

Mx. Toni (they) are an advocate of many causes. They are member of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative, and Y-PEER Pilipinas, founder of the Y-Cap for SRHR, founder of United Colours of CapSU, and Alumnus of Women Deliver Young Leaders Program. Back in 2018, they were awarded as the SDG 5 Youth Champion due to the amiable service they have rendered for gender equality. They are currently managing the organisation Youth Voices Count, the Asia-wide network of LGBTQI+ Youth.

Joel (he) has been the main facilitator for more than 10 years of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, building it into one of the main global annual landmarks of LGBTQI+ advocacy.
Out of this expertise, and his 20 years of campaigning for global justice for Oxfam and Actionaid, Joel developed in 2015 the Sogicampaigns project. Joel specialises in communications, narrative building, framing and values-based approaches.