Tag: LGBTQ+
South Korean court recognizes same-sex couple’s rights
Activists have long emphasized the need for legislation against discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation
Activists condemn Malaysia ban on LGBTQ books
Malaysia has experienced growing religious fundamentalism in recent years
Philippine gov’t hit for using religion to justify non-passage of laws...
“The government cannot use the Catholic religion to oppose the passage of laws protecting and affirming the rights of LGBTQIA+ people"
Pakistan reverses morality ban on transgender romance movie
Pakistan's information ministry declared the film "repugnant to the norms of decency and morality"
Tokyo recognizes same-sex relationships
The certificates allow LGBTQ partners to be treated as married couples for a range of public services, such as housing, medicine and welfare
Singapore bans film on religious and LGBTQ issues
While the city-state boasts a modern and vibrant culture, attitudes towards homosexuality remain conservative
Christian women movement in India to accept transpersons, LGBT+ as members
“We stand strongest when we stand together, allowing God’s grace to work through us,” said the group
Missionaries of Charity welcomes transgender people in Bangladesh
The United Nations has declared Sept. 5 of every year as the International Day of Charity in memory of Mother Teresa
Singapore to repeal law against gay sex; upholds marriage as only...
Inherited from the British colonial era, section 377A of Singapore's penal code penalizes sex between men with up to two years in jail
Photos: Parade for Equality – Pattaya Pride Parade 2022
The Thai seaside resort town of Pattaya held its Pride Parade on June 25, one of the first major public events following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions in the kingdom.