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If political promises matter, Guyana is about to repeal its anti-gay laws
['Colin Stewart']
Erasing 76 Crimes
Five Guyana political parties called for an end to anti-homosexuality lawsWith national elections over, LGBTQ+ advocates in Guyana say they are ready to work with the new administration to remove Guyana from its status as the only South American country with an anti-homosexuality law.
SASOD called for decriminalization of sodomy; passage of LGBT anti-discrimination laws; initiatives supporting diversity, equity and inclusion in government, education, and health care; and emergency shelters for youth.
The Women’s Chamber of Commerce for Guyana also called for the repeal of anti-gay laws.
It’s now time for promises to be turned into reality.
SASOD congratulated Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his re-election as president in hopes that he will make good on his promises.
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