8 Steps To a Strong Security Protocol for Your LGBTI Event

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written by Boris Balanetkii , ILGA-Europe
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Security has a prominent place amongst things to consider when organising an LGBTI event in an ‘at-risk’ context

When developing a security protocol, start with research, size and type of the event

Staff and volunteers’ roles should be detailed and clearly assigned, with one person responsible solely for security

Visible security measures and professional help make the event even more secure

A set of actions must be ready for an emergency situation. Have a Plan B in case the event has to be cancelled

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