Kiev's Equality March Passes Peacefully
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The Orlando shooting acts as a reminder that governments cannot always protect their citizens, and that even in the most LGBTQ-friendly countries homophobia can still flourish and kill. Ian Bateson analyzes the status of LGBTQ rights in Ukraine, demonstrating that despite the successful organization of peaceful protests, this community continues to face violence and opposition.
This article was originally published on Coda Story.
By Ian Bateson