Tag: LGBTQ+
Chinese Communist Party continues crackdown on LGBTQ+ people
Liu Zhaoyang said the crackdown seems to be focused on banning any public expression of sexual minority identities
Filipino drag queen fights for freedom to express faith
For many Filipinos, however, his portrayal of Jesus singing the religious prayer in a drag show was offensive.
Synod on Synodality 2023: A look at the key discussions and...
How do we harmonize bishops’ authority with synodality? How do we find a balance between listening and teaching, mercy and doctrine?
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
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