UN marks International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
New York: Secretary-General António Guterres, marked the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia on Wednesday, urging UN Member States to protect the rights of LGBTQI+ people.
Indonesia: Two gay men sentenced to 85 lashes by Sharia court
Aceh, May 18 (IBNS): A Sharia court in Indonesia's Aceh province has sentenced two men to 85 lashes after finding them guilty of having gay sex, reports said.
On day against homophobia, UN officials urge respect for sexual and gender diversity
New York, May 17(Just Earth News): Marking the international day against homophobia, senior United Nations officials on Wednesday called for respect for sexual and gender diversity and urged the protection of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people from discrimination and harm.