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The Impact of the Earthquake, and Relief and Recovery Programs on Haitian LGBT People

This briefing paper discusses the January 12, 2010, earthquake that occurred in Haiti and how it affected Haitians who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT). This disaster further marginalized vulnerable populations that received insufficient help. The end of this paper includes a checklist for governments and international agencies to include people who are LGBT in their disaster planning.