In this first episode of RightsStarters, Rupert Abbott travels to Battambang, Cambodia, to meet Ou Virak, founder of Future Forum and one of the country’s leading public intellectuals.

Drawing on global evidence, Cambodian data, stakeholder interviews and scenario modelling, Rupert Abbott led the research and authored a new report for Rainbow Community Kampuchea Organisation and Future Forum on the economic case for marriage equality in Cambodia.

Rupert Abbott led the research and authored a new report by the Global Fund for Community Foundations and GiveOut which, in the context of aid cuts, highlights how LGBTQI movements are mobilising their own resources, and sets out recommendations for funders on how to strengthen these efforts.

Rupert Abbott contributed as a Regional Expert to the latest edition of the Open for Business City Ratings.

As a Member of the Network Advisory Council, Rupert Abbott spoke at the Human Rights House Network Meeting 2025 about how philanthropy can advance human rights.

The Outstanding Award recognises those who have advanced the human rights of LGBTQI people worldwide. Rupert Abbott received the award for his leadership of GiveOut.

RightsStart Alliance Director speaks about the GiveOut journey – building and leading an award-winning LGBTQ+ community foundation.