Bibliograph

Sexuality and social justice in Africa, rethinking homophobia and forging resistance, Marc Epprecht

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Sexuality and social justice in Africa, rethinking homophobia and forging resistance, Marc Epprecht

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 195-210) and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Sexuality and social justice in Africa

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

832280256

Responsibility statement

Marc Epprecht

Series statement

African arguments

Sub title

rethinking homophobia and forging resistance

Summary

"The persecution of people in Africa on the basis of their assumed or perceived homosexual orientation has received considerable coverage in the popular media in recent years. Gay-bashing by political and religious figures in Zimbabwe and Gambia; draconian new laws against lesbians and gays and their supporters in Malawi, Nigeria and Uganda; and the imprisonment and extortion of gay men in Senegal and Cameroon have all rightly sparked international condemnation. However, much of the analysis thus far has been highly critical of African leadership and culture without considering local nuances, historical factors and external influences that are contributing to the problem. Such commentary also overlooks grounds for optimism in the struggle for sexual rights and justice in Africa, not just for sexual minorities but for the majority population as well. Based on pioneering research on the history of homosexualities and engagement with current lgbti and HIV/AIDS activism, Marc Epprecht provides a sympathetic overview of the issues at play and a hopeful outlook on the potential of sexual rights for all."--Page [4] of cover

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- Demystifying sexuality studies in Africa -- Faiths -- Sex and the state -- Struggles and strategies -- Conclusion

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