The fundamental freedoms of assembly, expression and association for queer individuals are under siege. These are sentiments Graeme Reid, an expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, shared in a statement during Pride Month at the 56th session of the Human Rights Council, highlighting the alarming expansion of restrictions on these essential human rights. This hostile environment, coupled with a rise in inflammatory rhetoric, poses significant challenges for marginalised communities, making it increasingly difficult for them to advocate for their rights. The critical issues surrounding the freedom of assembly, expression and association for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer people do not receive enough attention to expose the urgent need for inclusive laws and protections to safeguard these fundamental rights.