to stock literature relevant to the LGBTI community (both social and educational) in diverse formats. Members could come to the Centre to watch informational DVDs. When the Centre started to experience raids, some of the key literature had to be moved away for safe keeping, which affects the ability of members to easily access all the information they would require. Given that they are basically the sole provider of LGBTI informational services in Zimbabwe, GALZ is concerned about the fact that their members can nolonger easily access critical information. Without viable options of information, members become disempowered. However, technological advancements and the internet now make it possible to access and disseminate information widely and securely. But not all members can access such services due to limitations ranging from costs to technical know-how. The organisation is also no longer at liberty to continue producing materials that they know will be raided and confiscated by the state agencies. More over, because of the fear that has been instilled into the LGBTI community, people also do not want to be found with anything associated with GALZ as they fear being victimised. The centrality of GALZ as a repository of IEC materials relevant to the LGBTI community was emphasised by a participant in an FGD, whilst he was trying to challenge fellow participants to come to the centre. “If I’m available, I attend all events, but I’m sure that the guys who fear coming to GALZ events will be missing a lot. Most of the workshops and discussions done by GALZ help us LGBTI people, because the information we get there cannot 24 An Assessment of the impact of state sanctioned and unsanctioned raids on GALZ premises and gatherings