Last week, a tragic incident shook Georgia as dozens gathered in a central square to mourn the death of Kesaria Abramidze, a transgender actor and model who was fatally stabbed in her apartment. The incident highlighted the vulnerability of LGBTQ+ individuals in the country, where the Orthodox Church holds significant influence.
The violence came on the heels of a controversial bill passed by parliament, severely restricting LGBTQ+ rights. The legislation, introduced by the ruling Georgian Dream party, includes bans on same-sex marriages, adoptions by same-sex couples, and public endorsement of LGBTQ+ relationships in the media. It also prohibits gender-affirming care and changing gender designations in official documents.
