Gay Pakistanis, Still in Shadows, Seek Acceptance

Dan82 · Nov 3, 2012

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/04/w...y-to-gain-acceptance.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0

The group meets irregularly in a simple building among a row of shops here that close in the evening. Drapes cover the windows. Sometimes members watch movies or read poetry. Occasionally, they give a party, dance and drink and let off steam.

The group is invitation only, by word of mouth. Members communicate through an e-mail list and are careful not to jeopardize the location of their meetings. One room is reserved for “crisis situations,” when someone may need a place to hide, most often from her own family. This is their safe space — a support group for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Pakistanis.

“The gay scene here is very hush-hush,” said Ali, a member who did not want his full name used. “I wish it was a bit more open, but you make do with what you have...

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Chickzak · Nov 4, 2012

Wow thanks for sharing!

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