Tag: homophobic
Homophobic violence marsh gay pride rally in Kyiv
Despite efforts by police today, Ukrainian authorities should have done more in advance to prevent violent attacks against gay Pride marchers several of whom were injured today, Amnesty International said.
Referendum Affords Unique Chance to Tackle Bullying and Rejection of LGBT Young People
Homophobic bullying is one of the most pervasive forms of bullying in Irish schools, and the marriage equality referendum presents a unique chance to combat it. That’s according to Michael Barron, Founding Director of BeLonG To, who today (27.04.15) spoke at a BeLonG To YES coalition seminar, which also heard from other leading children’s rights and youth experts.
Gay Diplomats Say U.S State Department Is Failing Their Families
“If we’re going to stand up for LGBT rights around the world we need to stand up for our own American diplomats and their families,” an LGBT employee organisation leader says.
Stonewall unveils equality manifesto ahead of election
Stonewall, the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans equality charity, has today announced its equality manifesto ahead of the upcoming general election.
‘I’m gay in a macho world, but I won’t let the bullies win’ – Nigel Owens
As a referee, I’m used to dealing with anything that gets thrown at me. If I can’t deal with the flak and abuse, then I wouldn’t be able to do this job. But as a gay man, I’ve unfortunately had to experience homophobic abuse during my career.
Couple welcomed to their new house – with a homophobic letter
“Welcome, now – because of your sexuality – we will have you run out of the village”