To empower queer women towards greater involvement and presence in the community
OUR VISION
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Sayoni is a Singapore-based feminist, volunteer-run organisation that works to uphold human rights protections for queer women, including lesbian, bisexual and transgender women. We organise and advocate for equality in well-being and dignity regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity/expression and sex characteristics.

We believe that everyone has a part to play in improving the lives of LBTQ people. Donate or volunteer with us.

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Our Work

Research and Advocacy

We collect data and raise awareness about LBTQ issues

Events

We hold events to build community

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Sayoni co-founder Jean Chong (centre) at a United Nations event in 2016.


Sayoni conducts research on LBTQ women and the larger community in order to support our advocacy work. Our research has sought to uncover facts and patterns in the lives of LBTQ women over the years. Past and ongoing projects include:

 

Our advocacy and education efforts include:

  • International advocacy (e.g. reporting on CEDAW compliance gaps at the UN)
  • National advocacy with local groups and the government
  • Regional advocacy (e.g. with the ASEAN SOGIE Caucus)
  • Campaigns (e.g. Come Out Come Home)
  • Publications (e.g. Coming Out Guide)

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