Randy Berry to attend events in D.C., New York
Anti-LGBT violence, discrimination persistent last year
State Dept. mum as equality festival shut down
Randy Berry scheduled to speak to participants on March 29
Organizers described as ‘provocateurs’ by police, hotel staff
U.S. Embassy urges officials to protect participants
Supporters seek closer ties to EU
Activist suffered concussion, facial injuries during Aug. 31 incident
Odessa event was to take place on Aug. 15
Thousands celebrate in Brazil and Israel, while Russians face arrest
