Moroccans Start Petition To Abolish The Penal code Against Gays
Moroccans Start Petition To Abolish Article 489
A small but dedicated and growing group of Moroccan gays and lesbians, with the support of their parents, friends and families have launched a brave on online petition. They are demanding the repeal of article 489 of the Moroccan Penal Code. And, to ensure more equal rights for the gay and lesbian citizens of Morocco, they, like most people wish to be able to live their lives from from prejudice and discrimination and the right to express their sexual orientation and identity.
Article 489 of the Penal Code of Morocco basically criminalizes “lewd or unnatural acts with an individual of the same sex.”. Homosexuality is illegal in Morocco and can be punishable with prison sentences ranging from 6 months to 3 years!
The Morrocan Government has long since banned books and magazines on homosexuality, it’s has introduced a teaching curriculum that “emphasizes the danger and depravity of unnatural acts”, and has consistently opposed international gay groups from going to the country.
The Morrocan Government has long since banned books and magazines on homosexuality, it’s has introduced a teaching curriculum that “emphasizes the danger and depravity of unnatural acts”, and has consistently opposed international gay groups from going to the country.
Yet, in some of the main cities, especially the tourist, there is a small vibrant, mostly underground gay scene. It’s also in these areas that a large number of male prostitutes congregate and work.
The group has started a Facebook page, to help article 489
Jason Shaw -UK Correspondent for gayagenda.com
Jason’s own personal blog, can be found at The Seafront Diaries.
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