This qualitative study explores the gender rights of Masbatenyo LGBTQAA+. It attempts to discern the gender rights that need to be strengthened as perceived by Masbatenyo LGBTQAA+ participants; What are the reasons for strengthening these LGBTQAA+ gender rights; In what way these LGBTQAA+ gender rights may be further strengthened; and What the participants would like their community to know about LGBTQAA+?Seven Masbatenyo individuals who considered themselves to belong to the LGBTQAA+ group accepted the invitation to participate in this study. During this Covid Pandemic time, the researcher used Messenger, a social media platform, to gather the data. Specifically, interview questions were sent to the identified participants. Moreover, they were briefed on the study. Further questions were asked to clarify concerns with their responses.The study generates significant findings. To wit: (1) Masbatenyo LGBTQAA+ perceived that gender rights focusing on discrimination, harassment, and bullying must be strengthened; (2) Distinct reasons for strengthening these LGBTQAA+ gender rights were enumerated; (3) Aid from the government will create a massive impact in strengthening these LGBTQAA+ gender rights; and (4) Respect is among other concerns that the LGBTQAA+ group wants to emphasize to the community

Keywords : LGBTQAA+, gender rights, Masbatenyo, discrimination, respect