Russia: Threats, attacks disrupt gay family conference
Anti-gay threats and attacks forced the cancellation of most of a gay-friendly conference about inclusive families in Moscow…
Malaysia: Plea to stop Aug. 28 caning for same-sex love
“Malaysia’s new government should stand against discrimination and brutality and foster a culture of tolerance and equality,” says…
Anti-LGBT forces wield 'traditional values' as a weapon
The concept of “traditional values” has been weaponized for use against LGBT people. “Through a persistent rhetoric, powerfully…
Jamaica's antiquated rape law leaves many unprotected
Jamaica needs to bring its rape law into the 21st century, Human Rights Watch says.
Ivory Coast: No anti-gay law, but 3 months in prison anyway
Two gay men in relatively tolerant Ivory Coast served a three-month sentence in a rural prison despite the…
Anti-LGBT nations seek to end U.N. advocacy of LGBT rights
A confrontation over LGBT rights is expected to come to a head tomorrow at the United Nations. [Editor’s…
Activists to Indonesian leaders: Stifle anti-LGBT officials
Human Rights Watch is pleading for restraint and tolerance from Indonesian officials in order to protect LGBT citizens…
Indonesia: Detention, ‘rehab’ for 2 women who hugged
The Associated Press reported on Oct. 3: 2 suspected Indonesian lesbians to undergo ‘rehabilitation’ BANDA ACEH, Indonesia —…
Anti-gay rage: Sign of progress toward gay rights?
Why are sub-Saharan Africa and Russia undergoing a wave of anti-gay attacks, arrests and legislation? Two reasons are…
Letter to Pope: Halt church support of anti-gay violence
Human Rights Watch has challenged Pope Francis to speak more directly in opposition to violence and discrimination against…