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African Commission tackles sexual orientation, gender identity

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The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights has taken on issues of sexual orientation and gender identity, topics that some may have considered too “controversial” but that fall squarely within the ambit of human rights.

UK: Church of Scotland to Allow Gay Marriage, Upholds Report Saying Jesus Calls Church to ‘New Understanding’ of Same-Sex Union

The Church of Scotland is now moving toward allowing same-sex marriage, dismissing arguments about the Bible's reference to homosexual acts as sin as being "framed in cultural contexts."

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Malaysia defends contest on how to 'prevent' homosexuality, cites youth health concerns

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Malaysia’s health ministry on Saturday (June 3) defended its decision to host a contest on how to “prevent” homosexuality and transgenderism, saying the competition was aimed at helping teens make better health decisions.