Homosexuality: The countries where it is illegal to be gay
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The US vice president's vocal support for LGBTQ rights has drawn criticism on her tour of African countries.
The US vice president's vocal support for LGBTQ rights has drawn criticism on her tour of African countries.
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Movement Advancement Project
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Map Shows Where Being LGBT Can Be Punishable by Law
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Map Shows Where It's Illegal To Be Gay – 30 Years Since WHO
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Homosexuality still a crime in 38 African countries
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Why Africa is a difficult place for homosexuals? – DW – 12/04/2019
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Africa's Struggle Toward Inclusive LGBTQ+ Laws
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Marriage Equality Around the World - Human Rights Campaign
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New Maps Show Where It's Illegal To Be LGBTQ In 2023
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Chart: Where Homosexuality Is Punishable By Death
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In Uzbekistan, homosexuality is illegal. Here's what LGBT life is
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Map Shows Where Being LGBT Can Be Punishable by Law
LGBT+ Rights - Our World in Data
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More than 2.7 billion people live in countries where being gay is
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Chart: The Worst Countries To Be Gay In Europe