Brazil's epidemic of anti-gay violence
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13th August 2016
Often considered a society which is tolerant of diversity, and which hosts in Sao Paulo the world's largest gay pride parade, Brazil has has a strong undercurrent of violent homophobia.
30-year wait is attracting attention
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6th August 2016
The appallingly long wait our transgender people are having to wait for gender reassignment surgery in NZ is starting to attract international attention, such as this article in the UK-based Guardian.
South Africa's LGBTI radio station makes waves
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26th July 2016
The BBC visits the only LGBTI radio station on the African continent. GaySAradio is trying to counter homophobia and break down stereotypes.
Deaf + Queer tackling oppression together
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19th July 2016
How The Deaf And Queer Communities Are Tackling Oppression Together
Kevin Hague's thoughts - 30 years on
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7th July 2016
Greens MP Kevin Hague's reflection on 30 years since the Homosexual Law Reform bill was passed is a great read.
Angel and Patience: Two survivors' stories
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15th June 2016
In emotional interviews two survivors of the horrific Orlando gay club massacre talk of the night they thought they would die.
Aaron Fleming on coming out in Hamilton
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16th May 2016
International ironman Aaron Fleming openly talks coming out and being a gay male living in Hamilton on TVNZ's Neighbourhood.
LGBTI and Rights
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14th April 2016
The Human Rights Commission's most recent radio show was on "LGBTQI+ rights." Guests on the show include Commissioner Richard Tankersley, William Spurlin, a professor visiting from London & Anne Nicholson from Qtopia.
Coming out over a coffee
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11th March 2016
Taiwanese religious groups have taken great offense at a MacDonalds TV ad where a young guy comes out to his dad... which means it must be kinda cool huh? Take a look here.
Pride in the Park
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15th February 2016
Check out what's lined up for Wellington's fabulous Pride event, Out In The Park!