LGBTQI+ persons face a range of unique challenges in relation to sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Access to healthcare is one of the main challenges owing to healthcare providers being inadequately trained to provide nuanced services. Some LGBTQI+ persons may face discrimination and stigma when seeking out healthcare services, making it even more difficult for them to access the care they need. This is particularly true for transgender persons, who may face additional barriers in accessing gender-affirming care.

Another challenge facing LGBTQI+ individuals in relation to SRHR is a lack of comprehensive sex education that is inclusive of their experiences and identities. Many sex education programmes focus solely on heterosexual relationships, which limits access to accurate and relevant information about sexual and reproductive health.

Additionally, societal discrimination and marginalization can also impact the mental and emotional health of LGBTQI+ persons, which can prevent them from being able to fully address their sexual and reproductive health and rights issues.

Addressing these challenges requires a multifaceted approach. At the governmental level, this may involve investing in training for healthcare providers to ensure that they are equipped to provide services to LGBTQI+ persons, as well as implementing policies and legislation that protect the rights of members of this community. At a wider level, this may involve educating the public about LGBTQI+ issues and working to dismantle discrimination and marginalization.

It is also important that governments and the wider society work to ensure that SRHR services are accessible to all persons and inclusive of the rights of LGBTQI+ persons. This can include increasing access to information about and access to contraceptives, as well as making sure SRHR services are inclusive of all gender identities.