Mexico’s First Openly Gay Mayor Sworn into Office
September 16, 2013 by HRC staff
Benjamin Medrano made history as the first openly gay mayor in Mexico when he was sworn in over the weekend.
Continue Reading ►Growing Violence Against LGBT Community in South Africa
September 13, 2013 by Guest contributor
Despite progressive strides toward equality, the country has seen a dramatic rise in brutal attacks.
Continue Reading ►Cher Reveals Her Refusal to Perform at the Sochi Olympics
September 13, 2013 by HRC staff
The singer says she declined an offer from a “big oligarch” to perform at the opening ceremony in protest against Russia’s anti-LGBT laws.
Continue Reading ►Popular Nigerian R&B Duo Spouts Anti-LGBT Comment While on U.S. Tour
September 13, 2013 by Guest contributor
P Square, an extremely popular African R&B duo who are currently signed by Akon’s Konvict Muzik label, took time out of their U.S. tour to post an anti-LGBT slur on Facebook last night.
Continue Reading ►Two Men Held in Zambia Prison, Charged with “Same-Sex Conduct”
September 12, 2013 by Guest contributor
Amnesty International has called for the dropping of charges against two men accused of “same-sex conduct” and for their unconditional release from prison, ahead of an upcoming court hearing on Thursday.
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