This is the collective movement behind two lawsuits that seek to challenge sections of the Penal Code that outlaw ‘carnal knowledge against the order of nature and indecent acts between males whether in public or private’. These crimes are punishable with up to 14 years imprisonment. While it is not illegal to identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans* gender or Queer (LGBTQ) in Kenya, laws like this criminalize anyone who identifies under this umbrella of identities.
Initiative for Equality and Non Discrimination (INEND) is a local nonprofit organization that researches strategies for equality and acceptance in the coast region of Kenya and shares experiences with other stakeholders in an effort to contribute towards tolerance, non-discrimination and acceptance of gender and sexual minorities.
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