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Behind the Aegis

(54,854 posts) Sun Jul 2, 2023, 08:40 PM Jul 2023

11 Countries That Are Dangerous and Should Be Avoided if You're LGBTQ (slideshow)

Unfortunately, the world is not progressing simultaneously, and some countries may not roll out the rainbow carpet for our vibrant LGBTQ community. If you are a part of the community and need a trip to unwind, explore new sceneries, or ...

Brunei
With LGBTQ rights, Brunei raises some serious concerns. This small country on Borneo Island implemented strict Sharia law in 2019, outlawing same-sex marriage with imprisonment and capital punishment.

Unfortunately, Brunei falls into the category of countries that should be avoided if you identify with the LGBTQ. Check travel advisories and opt for more inclusive and accepting destinations.

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11 Countries That Are Dangerous and Should Be Avoided if You're LGBTQ (slideshow) (Original Post) Behind the Aegis Jul 2023 OP

Sadly US should be on the list. MLAA Jul 2023 #1

Not compared to the ones in the list. Behind the Aegis Jul 2023 #2

Seems like Uganda should certainly be on that list... hlthe2b Jul 2023 #3

So avoid the middle east essentially vercetti2021 Jul 2023 #4

Hmm. All but 3 are Muslim. Phil01 Jul 2023 #5

MLAA

(18,602 posts)

1. Sadly US should be on the list.

Reply to Behind the Aegis (Original post)

Sun Jul 2, 2023, 08:42 PM

Jul 2023

Behind the Aegis

(54,854 posts)

2. Not compared to the ones in the list.

Reply to MLAA (Reply #1)

Sun Jul 2, 2023, 08:44 PM

Jul 2023

There is many issues here in regards to LGBT issues, but to date, none as dire as the situations in those countries listed.

hlthe2b

(106,359 posts)

3. Seems like Uganda should certainly be on that list...

Reply to Behind the Aegis (Reply #2)

Sun Jul 2, 2023, 09:03 PM

Jul 2023

vercetti2021

(10,402 posts)

4. So avoid the middle east essentially

Reply to Behind the Aegis (Original post)

Sun Jul 2, 2023, 09:55 PM

Jul 2023

Fine with me. All shitholes next to the US and Russia

Phil01

(189 posts)

5. Hmm. All but 3 are Muslim.

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Mon Jul 3, 2023, 04:51 PM

Jul 2023

Tanzania, Malawi, Russia.

Also Uganda should be on the list.

Likewise a few formerly British Caribbean islands.

In the USA it's a "states rights" thing. Depends on where you're going, not the whole country.

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