Activists hope a petition for same-sex marriage and a push to join the European Union will bring fresh scrutiny on LGBTQ+ rights in Ukraine. Photo: AFP
Russian invasion hastens push for LGBTQ rights in Ukraine, but will it last?
- Activists and rights groups say Russia’s invasion has bolstered support in Ukraine for LGBTQ people, but question how long changes in attitudes will last
- Experts say progress is not guaranteed as backing LGBTQ causes remains politically risky for lawmakers
Activists hope a petition for same-sex marriage and a push to join the European Union will bring fresh scrutiny on LGBTQ+ rights in Ukraine. Photo: AFP
