[1] The organization aims to reduce discrimination of LGBT individuals and advocate the recognition of same sex couples for the purpose of adoption, accessing social benefits and same-sex marriage.
LEGABIBO was initiated in 1998[2] under the auspices of Ditshwanelo, a human rights NGO to be a side project that represents an informal community of lesbians and gays in Botswana.
[5] In the initial stages of its existence, the organization failed to attract enough resources to sustain its activities until BONELA (Botswana Network of Ethics, Law and HIV) decided to provide some support.
BONELA gave the organization support for its legal struggles and office space to coordinate activities[3] and host workshops to discuss issues affecting the LGBT community in Botswana.
[5] LEGABIBO host Batho Ba Lorato, a queer film festival to raise awareness about LGBT issues, promote freedom of expression and tolerance.