3/7/14

Solidarity with Nigerian LGBTs/human rights... plus, new email scam.

In solidarity with the global protest today against Nigeria's anti-gay law…This wave of legislation is such a postcolonial mess. Let's take our cues from activists across Africa directly. Here's one such source with connections to more.
http://www.genderjustice.org.za/
http://www.genderjustice.org.za/updates/highlights/2001514-african-groups-call-for-the-african-union-to-urgently-respond-to-gender-and-sexuality-rights-violations-in-africa-and-particularly-to-anti-gay-laws-recently-passed-in-uganda-and-nigeria.html

On that note, a seemingly scam fundraising letter is already going around, so a reminder to do your due diligence when supporting causes so that your $ goes to people really doing the work of justice.

Fresh new email scam...
>From: African Center for Gay & Lesbian Human RIghts
>Re: Request to raise funds for a noble cause
>Dear Sir,
>It is our mission to promote Gay/Lesbianism globally...Without the assistance of community minded individuals just like you,we wouldn't be able to serve and promote our activities. We ask that you make a commitment to support our forth-coming programe and publication of our magazine appeal by making a cash donation.

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