Celebrating International Day Against Homophobia Biphobia Intersexphobia and Transphobia 2024

The People’s Matrix Association and EU Lesotho joint statement. International Day Against Homophobia Biphobia Intersexphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), an annual event occurring on May 17th, is a global initiative that draws the attention to the violence and discrimination experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex persons and all other persons with diverse sexual orientations, gender identity or …

Recruitment for EpiC Project Extended!

The deadline for applications for EpiC project roles has been extended! New Deadline: 4 November 2023 The People’s Matrix Association implements the Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) project a five-year global project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) with a specific focus on Men who have sex with men (MSM), …

Recruiting for EpiC Project – M&E and QA Officer

Role: Monitoring and Evaluation and Quality Assurance Officer Deadline: 29 September 2023 New Deadline: 4 November 2023 The People’s Matrix Association implements the Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) project a five-year global project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) with a specific focus on Men who have sex with men …

Recruiting for EpiC Project – Nursing Assistant

Role: Nursing Assistant Deadline: 29 September 2023 New Deadline: 4 November 2023 The People’s Matrix Association implements the Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) project a five-year global project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) with a specific focus on Men who have sex with men (MSM), Transgender (TGs), People Who …

Recruiting for EpiC Project – Clinical Nurse

Role: TB/HIV Clinical Nurse Deadline: 29 September 2023 New Deadline: 4 November 2023 The People’s Matrix Association implements the Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) project a five-year global project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) with a specific focus on Men who have sex with men (MSM), Transgender (TGs), People …

Media Statement

The People’s Matrix Association Statement on harassment and discrimination of LGBTIQ+ individuals in Lesotho  The People’s Matrix strongly condemns the rampant human rights abuses masquerading as comments and public opinions – on the civil union of Likhabiso Phamotse and her partner on social media platforms.  This negative rhetoric is dangerous and perpetuates, normalises and trivialises …

International Transgender Day of Visibility

The People’s Matrix marked and celebrated the International Transgender Day of Visibility. 31st March is a day dedicated to celebrating the achievements of transgender people and raising awareness about the discrimination and violence they still face. This year’s theme, “Trans Equality Now,” highlights the urgent need for equal rights and protections for transgender individuals around …

PRESS RELEASE                    

16 November 2022 TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE  The People’s Matrix Association was established in 2008 as a unique Non – Governmental Organisation. The organization is charged with creating an enabling environment for people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions by promoting unity, solidarity, cohesion, and cooperation among LGBTIQA+ people in Lesotho and …

TRANS DAY OF REMEMBRANCE 2022

For generations, the transgender population has suffered various forms of abuse (and even death) for challenging the views, notions, and stereotypes around “male” and “female” identity. Every year we set aside November 20 as a Transgender Day of Remembrance. This holiday is meant to honor, commemorate, and memorialize those who face discrimination and stigma (often …