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Egypt plans on continuing the crackdown on the LGBT community.

October 26, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Egypt plans on continuing the crackdown on the LGBT community.

For the past few months, Egypt has been arresting gay men using vague laws for sexual offenses. Up until this point, there is not actual law against homosexuality. There is now a bill in the Egyptian Parliament to make homosexuality illegal with prison terms up to 15 years. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #equality READ MORE HERE: http://www.enca.com/africa/egypt-to-crack-down-further-on-homosexuality  

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Gay dating apps in Egypt provide tips to avoid arrest.

October 23, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Gay dating apps in Egypt provide tips to avoid arrest.

The crackdown by Egyptian authorities has prompted the gay dating apps Grindr and Hornet to provide information on how to protect themselves from entrapment. Although homosexuality is not outlawed in Egypt, gay men are still targets by the government typically being charged with debauchery, immorality or blasphemy. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #equality READ MORE HERE: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-egypt-gay-apps/amid-egypts-anti-gay-crackdown-gay-dating-apps-send-tips-to-stop-entrapment-idUSKBN1CS0Z5

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LGBT tourism too big to be ignored.

October 20, 2017 compassq Comments Off on LGBT tourism too big to be ignored.

Some of the world’s leading experts on LGBT tourism take to the stage to present the latest industry developments for the LGBT Masterclass at WTM London, hosted for the 14th consecutive year by the leading travel trade LGBT network, ONBC Out Now Business Class. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #Equality READ MORE HERE: https://eturbonews.com/168219/lgbt-tourism-211-billion-annual-travel-industry-lgbt-masterclass-wtm-london

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Brussels reaches out to the lesbian traveler.

October 20, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Brussels reaches out to the lesbian traveler.

Brussels is a world famous destination for gay men. Its buzzing gay club scene attracts thousands of international visitors every year. Brussels’ lesbian scene is less well known, but exists. Thanks to Girls Heart Brussels people abroad are now being given a unique opportunity to discover the Belgian and Flemish capital from a female, feminist and lesbian perspective. #lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #Equality READ MORE HERE: https://www.expatica.com/be/news/country-news/FN-brussels-is-cool-for-lesbians_1502755.html

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Montreal, a great place for LGBT travelers.

October 20, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Montreal, a great place for LGBT travelers.

Montreal is one of the most gay-friendly cities we’ve been to in our travels. It’s famous for having a massive gay scene, with the largest gay village in the whole of North America. We loved it – more so because we felt comfortable holding hands in public pretty much anywhere here.#lgbt #gay #lesbian #bisexual #transgender #homophobia #Equality READ MORE HERE: http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2017/10/10/6-must-see-gay-highlights-of-montreal-for-lgbt-travellers/

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Azerbaijan is the worst place to be gay in Europe.

October 15, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Azerbaijan is the worst place to be gay in Europe.

During the last two weeks of September, Azerbaijani police launched a violent campaign of “arresting and torturing men presumed to be gay or bisexual, as well as transgender women,” according to Human Rights Watch and local advocacy organizations.

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Where the LGBT people go to have fun in Taipei.

October 14, 2017 compassq Comments Off on Where the LGBT people go to have fun in Taipei.

With its bustling gay nightlife and iconic annual pride parade, Taipei is one of the most LGBT-friendly cities in Asia. Attitudes towards queer spaces are unique, encouraging some of the most diverse and open spaces to celebrate LGBT culture. Here are some of the most prominent LGBT spots in Taipei.