]]> gays and lesbians continue to be violated. I am Nigerian gay a Christian theologian a poet self-published author an educator in business and Christian education and a confirmed and ordained pastor. I have a law degree and hold a master's degree in theology. I am self-employed as a business consultant and also fulfilling my calling in pastoral ministry with the Metropolitan Community Church a ministry which began in 1968 for lesbian and gay people. Lesbians and gay men of African descent like myself today struggle to affirm our identity because we have often been expected to deny our sexuality for the sake of surviving in our spiritual communities. Religious tradition has too often emphasised the holiness of heaven over the holiness of the earth. Lesbians and gay men of African descent like myself today struggle to affirm our identity because we have often been expected to deny our sexuality for the sake of surviving in our spiritual communities. Religious tradition has too often emphasised the holiness of heaven over the holiness of the earth. Not only does legislation prohibit homosexuality in many African countries but its very existence is also denied as prevailing within the culture. There is a continual attempt to deny that gays and lesbians make up a significant part of the population. “Gay culture” virtually does not exist from an African point of view. The subject of homosexuality is a huge taboo. Many Africans are in same-sex relationships but very few will be open about their sexuality to their families. There have always been African men who are sexually attracted to other men since biblical times. South Africa's Brenda Fassie is an icon for many African gay men and lesbians. Before her demise. Brenda was openly bisexual. Bisi Alimi a notable scholar of the University of Lagos. Nigeria in an interview with Ms Funmi Iyanda came out as “gay” on national television in Nigeria. The reaction of the nation was totally unforgiving towards her. But very soon we will see a new generation of African gay icons. Being born homosexual in African culture is not something that you are able to understand as a child. African society has made it a taboo because it cannot deal with the growing demands of gays and lesbians of their human rights their need to be recognised and protected under the law. If it were possible to determine homosexuality at birth many African parents would repudiate their homosexual children before they have the chance to live. It is commonly said in Africa. “It is better to have the corpse of my child than for me to accept that my child is gay.” As far as Africans are concerned homosexuality is an abuse of traditional values. Homosexuality is seen as a sign of western sexual corruption and immorality. Some families believe that homosexuality is a result of occult activity and others that it is a disability. The experience of an African gay or lesbian person living in exile in a foreign country is one of lost hope and a lack of representation. There are times when it feels that the entire world is against you. Gay Africans are not accepted by their own heritage of African culture and are equally faced with oppression prejudice and low self-esteem. I have spoken to over 50 African gays and lesbians in the past two years. The conversations revealed that their lives seem worthless in a society that gives them little protection against the hatred for their sexual orientation. Although I'm gay and living in a foreign country. I still fear the hatred that comes from my own country. Just a few weeks ago I went back to Nigeria to visit family and friends but also to take part in one of the rare public events for lesbians and gay men in Nigeria. It was the fifth anniversary symposium of Alliance Rights of Nigeria led by its late president. Dare Odumuye a very brave gay man. It was a rare occasion for Nigerians to discuss the issues affecting sexual minorities. A spokeperson for INCRESE another organisation championing gay issues in Minna. Niger State explained the struggles of sexual minorities and facilities available in Nigeria. There are many cases where violence is perpetrated against gays and lesbians and where family relationships breakdown. Those known to be gay or lesbian are seen as outcasts bringing terrible shame to their family name and harming the families' values and reputation. Powerful organisations like the church which could make an enormous difference add fuel to the stigma and undermine all efforts to change attitudes. African gays and lesbians therefore go underground; leading to a lack of self-esteem increased insecurity loneliness and sometimes suicide. Powerful organisations like the church which could make an enormous difference add fuel to the stigma and undermine all efforts to change attitudes. African gays and lesbians therefore go underground; leading to a lack of self-esteem increased insecurity loneliness and sometimes suicide. The Christian churches are among the worst perpetrators of homophobia using the Bible to support their attitudes and arguments. The issues are preached about in ways that are difficult to challenge and cannot be openly debated in the pews. Counselling is usually offered to those known or suspected of being homosexual. The experienced usually leaves the victim more confused. The spiritual needs of Africans are different from western needs. African culture embraces a greater intimacy of spiritual growth. We need a new era of Christian faith that can celebrate same-sex unions so that many more gay Africans can be proud to celebrate their sexuality in a loving union. In Europe the last decade has seen a radical change in attitudes towards lesbians and gay men. There has been a limited change of attitudes within the African gay community in Europe but for those with families in Africa secrecy remains essential. Many gay Africans still find it difficult to come to terms with their sexuality mainly because they are not ‘out' as gay in their own cultural communities. My goal as a gay man of African descent is to reach out to other gays and lesbians who are suffering persecution to offer hope and let them know they are not alone. I know that taking a stand and making myself visible will have repercussions. However. I stand strong in my faith and belief that as a child of God all will be well. In London on November 20. 2004. Tumaini (meaning “Hope”) was inaugurated: it was the first-ever African gay men's culture event. Tumaini brought together gay men of African descent in a safe mutually supportive environment where they shared experiences accessed information and gained practical advice. Tumaini addressed a range of issues affecting African gay and bisexual men as well as generated debate and provided the space for dialogue in a structured setting. We hope that this event and others in the future will attract the attention of African governments faith groups policy makers and many more decision-makers in our home nations. Gay Africans are entering a long battle to get our experiences and the reality of our lives recognised and accepted within our own cultures. Happy Holy HomosexualWinner 2007 Black LGBT Community Awards UK. Man of the Year. Nigerian gay a Christian theologian a poet self-published author an educator in business and Christian education a confirmed and ordained Pastor who holds a law degree and a Master degree in Theology. Pastor. House Of Rainbow MCC. Lagos Nigeria is a part of UFMCC www mccchurch org an inclusive gospel ministry of Jesus Christ for all children of God regardless of age,gender race tribe language status ability disability health sexual orientation etcMy goal is to expand on the vision of the UFMCC. The simple and radical inclusive message of the bible calls for all of us to love our neighbours as ourselves. Most of the Christian churches in Nigeria may have forgotten this message and seem to be preaching hatred and condemnation towards homosexuals. House of Rainbow. Lagos Nigeria seeks to remind the people of Nigeria that God is beyond human sexuality.

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I don't want to re-create anything extreme which I would say I don't and that only means I am fortunate enough to have a object pliable enough for society. In other words I grew up being shown certain things and I can adapt to situations and if I find myself with people I don't desire I might say sexist things etc.. even if I don't mean it and this in my opinion makes me a bad person but a healthy unhit bad person. I undergo stood up for things and resisted but comments desire I think I could have sex with a man but don't want to create y'all ordain look at me like a queer well that I will just keep to myself. Any other thoughts I have I do overlap with my closest friends because that is why they are my closest friends they are like me. I have taken a lot from this class and undergo changed a few things I do everyday and how I look at the things I do everyday. I have stopped making references to homosexuals in a negative manner and did try to hang out with two girls without thinking about anything sex related which was hard but in the end a great experience apparently girls desire a guy who can cook. What I am saying is that while we are all shaped in ways we cannot create by mental act (my catholic upbringing left me pretty weird in the values v morals category) we are given the come about to with knowledge and the right allow knapsack look around and see things as a whole. That is what I appreciate most about this class is that it has presented a radical point of view to me which I am still slowly taking in. I went back and re-read a few articles and find that now I understand that they are saying much better. I do however think I might be placing myself too high in my own mind. I often get frustrated in class and got to the point of not wanting to speak just because if I would have opened my mouth I might have screamed. 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Simply because of the example my grandparents set I also grew up in a horrible ghastly environment so I have always respected women and rejected the notion that men are exceed in any way as I also have 3 younger sisters and a younger brother so in that regards I would say I am at least neutral. And living in the U. S during this time period well being of Mexican descent has its advantages I know Spanish and can speak to many people others can't but I have experienced some extreme racism and other borderline things. I also have to deal with jokes from everyone around me about stereotypes like I bought a injure after my friend got mugged just cause and now I'm a gangsta' etc... I also was arrested at CU while installing my own stereo in my car. I have been told in the library after spending almost an entire day there when my laptop died that only students should be there. I was wearing a Piazanos shirt so dunno. Things like this well they get to me but the majority of people I hang out with are great so I won't complain until I have to. I did get a lawyer for the arresting incident but the officers covered their tracks well and I didn't alter it to trial. Who I am? Caring passionate and tired. Oh and also the last communicate I was just change taste because we had a group of populate go in at work who had just gotten out of a GLBT meeting and as soon as they left there were more jokes made than I could stand and did yell at a few people. Even thinking now I don't think I desire even thinking about the categories and stereotypes. Also on the choice of sexual orientation and gender I do evaluate most of us can chose and a few would feel utterly one way or the other desire I tried to show with populate who amputate limbs because they feel they don't belong on their bodies. 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