Sexuality and Social Justice in Africa

Rethinking Homophobia and Forging Resistance

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Reference, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science, Social Science
Cover of the book Sexuality and Social Justice in Africa by Marc Epprecht, Zed Books
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Marc Epprecht ISBN: 9781780323848
Publisher: Zed Books Publication: July 11, 2013
Imprint: Zed Books Language: English
Author: Marc Epprecht
ISBN: 9781780323848
Publisher: Zed Books
Publication: July 11, 2013
Imprint: Zed Books
Language: English

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 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.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

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 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.

More books from Zed Books

Cover of the book The End of Certainty by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book The History of Development by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book Nelson Mandela: The Black Pimpernel by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book Chinese Migrants and Africa's Development by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book A Fundamental Fear by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book Goma by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book Reclaiming the Land by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book Organic Farming by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book South Africa's Insurgent Citizens by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book America's Backyard by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book The Crises of Multiculturalism by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book Women and the War on Boko Haram by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book Free Trade by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book Knowledge for Development? by Marc Epprecht
Cover of the book The Experiment by Marc Epprecht
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy