blog 10: LGBT vs. Guyana

Much like Uganda, Guyana has let its same-sex bias determine how they govern their people. They have been criticized countless times on their lack of protection provided for the lgbt community. Recently, Guyanas judge ruled that cross-dressing is legal so long as it is not for "improper purpose". However, there was no clarification on this phrase. As a consequence, the people of Guyana remain conforming in prejudiced society for fear of prison or death.

Luckily, the lgbt community of Guyana has finally come together with a plan: Society Agaikst Sexual Orientatiok Doscrimination. This is a human rights organization that intends to provide assistance and act as a spokesperson for those discriminated against. Their most recent interest is the Specification of the new cross-dressing rule. This group could pave the way for great social progress in the community for Guyana. A member of the group, Nhojj, said that there has been some talk of helping the lgbt community by creating jobs and more economical action in Guyana. He elaborates, "There are just so many things that Guyana is missing out on because of their bias. It is time to look past these petty differences and put the well being of our community as a whole first". Many people are confident, as am I, that this group could greatly improve the overall attitude Guyana has towards its newcomers, which could in turn increase the population and economy stimulation as well.