IGLHRC's mission is advancing human rights for everyone, everywhere–and to end discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The collection contains case files, correspondence, reports and publications that document IGLHRC's work to provide asylum, legal assistance, and awareness of human rights abuses in countries around the world. The bulk of the records are resource materials organized by country or region.

The International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (IGLHRC) is an international organization dedicated to human rights advocacy on behalf of people who experience discrimination or abuse on the basis of their actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or HIV status. IGLHRC's mission is advancing human rights for everyone, everywhere–and to end discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

67 cartons, 1 oversized folder (67 Cubic Feet)

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The collection is available for use during San Francisco History Center Hours, with photographs available during Photo Desk hours. Collections that are stored offsite should be requested 48 hours in advance.