Caribbean activists celebrate as Saint Lucia strikes down gay sex ban

Caribbean activists celebrate as Saint Lucia strikes down gay sex ban

Caribbean gay rights activists celebrated a landmark court ruling this week striking down colonial-era legislation in the island nation of Saint Lucia that criminalized gay sexual relations and imposed prison terms of up to a decade.

Caribbean Court Strikes Down St. Lucia Gay Sex Ban

A top Caribbean court has struck down parts of St. Lucia's criminal code banning same-sex relations, ruling them unconstitutional. The post Caribbean Court Strikes Down St. Lucia Gay Sex Ban appeared first on Metro Weekly.

Landmark Saint Lucia Ruling Boosts Caribbean Gay Rights

Caribbean gay rights activists celebrated a significant court ruling in Saint Lucia, striking down a colonial-era ban on gay sex. The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court's decision marks a milestone for LGBTQ rights and follows advocacy by ECADE on behalf of a gay couple, signaling progress in the region's legal landscape.

Caribbean Activists Celebrate as Saint Lucia Strikes Down Gay Sex Ban

Saint Lucia Court Strikes Down Anti-Gay Laws

There was some criticism on social media from Saint Lucia residents of the decision, some citing Christian scripture and calling the ruling a sin. The post Saint Lucia Court Strikes Down Anti-Gay Laws appeared first on StratNews Global.