Tag: LGBTQ rights
Trial of Two Girls Accused of Homosexuality Postponed to November 25
The trial of the two girls who were arrested on October 27 on charges of “homosexuality” has been postponed to November 25.
Homophobic African countries ask UN suspend LGBT expert
African countries on Friday demanded that the appointment of a new UN expert on LGBT rights be suspended, saying his mission to report on anti-gay violence had nothing to do with human rights.
Morocco teen girls face trial over homosexuality
The Moroccan Association of Human Rights has appointed a lawyer to defend the girls who if convicted could be imprisoned for between six months and three years.
Human Rights Report: Being Lesbian in Iran
October 2016 OutRight Action International, the global LGBTIQ (Lesbian, Gay Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex and Queer) human rights organisation, today released Human Rights Report: Being Lesbian in Iran.
Philippines: Women, LGBT urged to fight bigotry
Rep. Geraldine Roman of Bataan, Philippines first transgender lawmaker, called on women and members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community to resist discrimination.
Why Is Germany So Divided On Gay Rights?
Despite overwhelming public approval, Germany still prohibits same-sex marriage. So why is the nation so behind on LGBT rights?