Envoy has visited more than 20 countries since April
Freedom to Marry president to visit Switzerland, Germany and Austria
LGBT groups criticize inclusion of Brunei, Malaysia
Gathering took place on eve of bishops’ gathering on the family
Advocates protested government officials during opening plenary
Ambassador says violence indicative of country’s challenges
Violence, discrimination, poverty among topics discussed
Capitol Hill event to mark Alturi’s official launch
Ayo Kimathi praised Gambian president during Sept. 26 event
Randy Berry, gay Peruvian congressman to take part