Pontiff reiterated call to decriminalize homosexuality after he left African country
Collectif Arc-en-Ciel insists more needs to be done to ensure LGBTQ and intersex people are treated the same as heterosexual people
Poverty, lack of government recognition contributes to problem
The anti-LGBTQ bill has received significant support from within Ghana, including from the Ghana Catholic Church
The acting CEO of the Kenya Film Classification Board asserted that all films containing LGBTQ+ related content are illegal in Kenya
“The people of Zambia, just as it is the people of the African continent, deserve an opportunity to see humanity beyond heterosexuality”
“The inhumane violations and slaughter of LGBTIQ+ persons should prompt thorough investigations, aimed at prosecuting those responsible”
One victim forced to pay $600 for release
Respondents in 15 countries participated in Ichikowitz Family Foundation poll
Many of those in attendance acknowledged the harsh realities facing community members that include gender-based violence
