Cultures at Crossroads
Homosexuality and Human Rights in Uganda
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The book highlights the debates and controversies that have been the subject of the media and other conversation spaces in Uganda in the recent past. Written from a human rights point of view, it exposes the discrimination and abuses suffered by gay persons, comprehensively providing a thoughtful exploration of homosexuality in Uganda, and exploring legislation against homosexuality in Uganda and the impact on the lives and human rights of gay persons.Based on a countrywide survey in Uganda, the work reflects the views of a cross-section of people on homosexuality; it answers various questions and also attempts to unravel myths surrounding homosexuality, calling for reflection on the divisive issue, with the primary view of promoting social justice.