Queerness in Kazakhstan
It’s also worth noting that some of Kazakhstan’s most influential partners — China, Russia, and Türkiye — are countries that take a strong stance against the LGBT community. There are major shifts happening on the global political stage, and it’s clear that the influence of democratic countries is fading. The government of Kazakhstan should reject this discriminatory and stigmatizing petition, whose proposal would violate human rights across the country. The law on petitions gives the ministry 40 working days to review the petition and a response is anticipated by August 5.
Joint statement
Contrary to claims made by the NEP in Kazakhstan and its affiliated actors, international research overwhelmingly shows that anti-LGBTI “propaganda” laws fail to protect children and instead increase stigma, bullying, and mental health risks for LGBTI youth; violate international law, including rights to freedom of expression, equality, and. While homosexuality is not criminalized in the country, public perception remains mixed. The Times of Central Asia spoke with Arsen, a resident of Almaty who requested anonymity due to safety concerns , about the realities of being gay in Kazakhstan, the challenges he faces, and why, despite the difficulties, he chooses to stay there. Hidden but Brave
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people in Kazakhstan face significant challenges not experienced by non-LGBTQ residents. Both male and female kinds of same-sex sexual activity are legal in Kazakhstan, but same-sex couples and households headed by same-sex couples are not eligible for the same legal protections available to opposite-sex married couples. [1] Since the. In early March, an Azzattyq report surfaced indicating that Kursiv. The report claimed that so-called "LGBT propaganda" does not influence children's sexual orientation. 
LGBTQ rights in Kazakhstan
The Times of Central Asia spoke with Arsen, a resident of Almaty (who requested anonymity due to safety concerns), about the realities of being gay in Kazakhstan, the challenges he faces, and why, despite the difficulties, he chooses to stay there. Arsen lives and works in Almaty, widely regarded as Kazakhstan’s most open-minded city. Late last year, a local NGO published a social video on Instagram featuring queer couples, which attracted public attention, garnering over 6, views. The video resonated widely, receiving both positive feedback and negative comments, many of which contained hate speech.
Resisting discrimination
Moving forward with an anti-LGBTI “propaganda” law would directly contradict these international commitments and undermine Kazakhstan’s credibility on the world stage. Our call to the Parliament and Government of Kazakhstan: Reject in full any draft law or initiative banning so-called “LGBTI propaganda”;. April 25, CLM Kazakhstan. 
Joint statement
In June, Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Culture and Information said it was reviewing a petition that calls on Kazakh authorities to introduce a law banning so-called “open and hidden LGBT. .
Kazakhstan Should Reject Attempt to Curtail LGBT People’s
The situation surrounding the so-called “LGBT propaganda” conversation continues to heat up in Kazakhstan. Known for its controversial initiatives and stances, earlier this year the Parents’ Union published a petition demanding a ban on demonstrations of non-traditional relationships in the country. The petition gained over 50, signatures, meaning Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Culture. . Controversy and Confrontation Surround LGBT Issues in Kazakhstan
When Kazakh choreographer Alisher Sultanbekuly went viral for a video of himself dancing inside a traditional Kazakh yurt (or tent), the backlash was almost immediate. Wearing stiletto shoes. .