Nepal's Supreme Court has ordered the government to scrap laws that discriminate against homosexuals – BBC News
Gays, transsexuals ‘normal’ people - Kathmandu Post
SC strikes a blow for gays, lesbians - Himalayan Times
The result of this legal case initiated by Blue Diamond Society is fantastic news and everyone at work is incredibly excited. Although it may take a generation or two to change public attitudes, to have legal backing for equal rights and non-discrimination for LGBTI is a huge step forward and in this judgement Nepal has gone further than many other supposedly liberal countries (thanks to a legacy from the British Raj and a tortuously slow legal system, homosexuality is illegal in India). As front page news, it also raises public awareness which in turn makes it easier for my colleagues to carry out their HIV & AIDS and human rights work. Altogether a good result!
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