32 min
Ep 12: Equal Right to Citizenry GOSSIP
-
- Society & Culture
More than just access to government services, every citizens ought to have the right to vote, right to freedom of opinion and expression, right to hold public office, to own land, to public education and to be free from violence and hate. All citizen are equal but is that true for everyone?
The LGBTQ+ community in Malaysia continues to face significant challenges, enduring targeted persecution and discrimination. The situation was exemplified by a distressing incident last year when a Halloween party, meant to be a safe place for the community, was unexpectedly raided by the police. These discriminatory actions and laws not only violate the human rights of LGBTQ+ individuals but also deprive them of their right to feel safe and secure in their own country.
In this episode, we explore the meaning of citizenship beyond just having a nationality and the constitutional guarantee of equality before the law. We also discuss how we can move forward to create a Malaysia where equal right to citizenry is a reality.
(Featuring guest speakers: Numan Afifi, Founder of JEJAKA and Larissa Ann Louis, Partner and Head of Pro Bono Unit of Messrs Azri, Lee Swee Seng & Co, Advocates and Solicitors)
*NOTE: Views presented by the speakers are their own personal opinions and do not necessarily represent the views of KRYSS Network, or the organizations or institutions they are affiliated with.
More than just access to government services, every citizens ought to have the right to vote, right to freedom of opinion and expression, right to hold public office, to own land, to public education and to be free from violence and hate. All citizen are equal but is that true for everyone?
The LGBTQ+ community in Malaysia continues to face significant challenges, enduring targeted persecution and discrimination. The situation was exemplified by a distressing incident last year when a Halloween party, meant to be a safe place for the community, was unexpectedly raided by the police. These discriminatory actions and laws not only violate the human rights of LGBTQ+ individuals but also deprive them of their right to feel safe and secure in their own country.
In this episode, we explore the meaning of citizenship beyond just having a nationality and the constitutional guarantee of equality before the law. We also discuss how we can move forward to create a Malaysia where equal right to citizenry is a reality.
(Featuring guest speakers: Numan Afifi, Founder of JEJAKA and Larissa Ann Louis, Partner and Head of Pro Bono Unit of Messrs Azri, Lee Swee Seng & Co, Advocates and Solicitors)
*NOTE: Views presented by the speakers are their own personal opinions and do not necessarily represent the views of KRYSS Network, or the organizations or institutions they are affiliated with.
32 min