Lesbian and Gay Activism in New Delhi: Naisargi Dave’s Ph.D. dissertation
Dr. Naisargi Dave’s Ph.D. dissertation from the University of Michigan (2006) discusses Lesbian and Gay activism in New Delhi, India
From Khush List to GayBombay: Virtual Webs of Real People
Interesting article written in 2003 by Sandip Roy, former editor of Trikone Magazine, on how LGBT Indians and other South Asians have been using the internet to socialize, organize, and form communities.
Seeking writers for Queer Ink anthology of LGBT Indian writing
Queer Ink, India’s first online bookstore (www.Queer-Ink.com) for everything queer,…
Mental Health Professionals oppose Criminalization of Homosexuality
A group of reputed mental health professionals from across India have opposed the criminalization of homosexuality saying that it will result in irreparable psychological and mental harm to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) persons.
Academics Support Delhi High Court Decision in Section 377 Case
In a petition that has just been admitted by the Supreme Court leading academics and professors from across the country have come together to support the Delhi High Court’s decision in the Section 377 case, Naz Foundation v. Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, decriminalizing homosexuality between consenting adults.
Parents say 377 destroys families
In a petition that has been admitted in the 377 case, a group of parents of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered (LGBT) people from across the country have come together to describe the very real harm that criminalization has caused their children, and themselves.
YaliniDream in Chennai (2011)
Thanks to all who attended the performances of talented SriLankan-Tamil-American performer YaliniDream and guest artists Sharanya Manivannan and Shailja Patel on Jan 29, 2011, at Spaces, Besant Nagar. The event was co-hosted by The Shakti Resource Center and MP/Orinam.Here are some photos and videos of the event.
My Feelings As A Mother
A mother talks about how she came to term with her son’s sexuality and why she supports him.
2009 Chennai Rainbow Coalition Highlights
A look at the accomplishments of various Chennai LGBT groups in the year 2009
Ganesh’s Coming Out Story
In this essay Ganesh talks about his attraction to men and his concerns around the reactions his parents might face from relatives and society