LGBT+ Bahamians Face Stigma and Unequal Rights
Many LGBT+ Bahamians experience suffocating scrutiny, social stigma, and laws that fail to protect their rights.
“People say we have all our rights here, but that’s not true,”
said Alex, a queer Bahamian. They highlighted the lack of marriage equality, protection from discrimination, and the backlash they face when speaking up.
- No recognition of same-sex unions
- No explicit protection from discrimination based on sexual orientation
Despite decriminalising same-sex sexual activity in 1991, public debate is dominated by religious leaders who argue that LGBT+ Bahamians already have enough rights.
Author's summary: LGBT+ Bahamians face stigma and unequal rights despite some progress.