Mauritius: Droits LGBTQIA+ Najeeb Fokeerbux - l'engagement citoyen est important

This story is a data‑driven feature examining LGBTIQ participation in electoral processes, situating Mauritius within global and regional findings from Outright International’s 2024 ‘super‑elections’ analysis. It combines a global overview of LGBTIQ political participation and backlash, regional examples, and a focused examination of Mauritius, highlighting both existing legal protections and ongoing gaps affecting civic participation. 

The added value of the story lies in contrasting formal legal safeguards with lived realities, including the absence of openly LGBTIQ candidates and challenges faced by trans and gender‑diverse voters. By centring first‑person perspectives alongside evidence‑based analysis, the piece connects global trends to local implications and outlines practical reforms to strengthen inclusive and safe political participation ahead of future elections. 

LINK TO PUBLISHED ARTICLE 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hjElmqjvg1hL73N7xJOem8XHA-rijHXW/ 

DISCLAIMER: 

This media article was co-funded by the European Union. Its contents are the sole responsibility of the EU Marang Fund Media Partner, L’express, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union.