Author: Scoop
Thailand: HIV Infections on Rise Among Young Gay Men
An estimated 70 per cent of new sexually transmitted infections cases are occurring among young people, especially among men who have sex with men, those involved in sex work and those who inject drugs in Thailand, where “social media, online dating websites and mobile application make it much easier for young people to meet others in order to engage in casual sex,” says a new United Nations report.
Fiji: Bainimarama must end climate of fear
Fiji’s Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama’s eight years in power have seen ongoing serious human rights violations fuel a climate of fear that must be brought to an end, Amnesty International said in a new briefing published ahead of the leader’s visit to New Zealand this week.
Annulment of Uganda’s anti-homosexuality law hailed by UN
United Nations officials have welcomed the decision of the Constitutional Court of Uganda to annul the country’s Anti-Homosexuality Act, hailing it as a victory for the rule of law and social justice.
Major events funding confirmed for Auckland Pride Parade
The Auckland Pride Parade will feature in Auckland’s major events calendar for the next two years, thanks to support from Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) on behalf of Auckland Council.
NZ : Public lecture explores the community impacts of hate crime
The community impact of hate crime is the topic of a public lecture at the University of Auckland next month.
USA : Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Human Rights Issues
“People everywhere long for the freedom to determine their destiny; the dignity that comes with work; the comfort that comes with faith; and the justice that exists when governments serve their people — and not the other way around.