Ariana #06: Autumn | Winter 2020 Issue

LGBT+ acceptance should be taught during children’s formative school years, but Hong Kong’s sexual education system often falls short.

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From ancient history to modern times, we explore social sentiments, cultural norms and religious influences across three regions – Hong Kong, Thailand, and the Philippines …

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Sitara Shipping’s Sanjam Gupta explains how she’s connecting and empowering women in India’s maritime industry.

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A look at the state of LGBT+ rights in Hong Kong, Macao and around the world.

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Despite wider acceptance in Hong Kong, LGBT+ individuals struggle for representation in the entertainment industry.

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From domestic workers to human rights lawyers, queer ethnic minority women in Hong Kong face an onslaught of prejudice.

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The Conservancy Association advocates for Hong Kong’s biodiversity, sustainable farming practices and greater environmental awareness.

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We ask two experts to explain the long-standing, complicated tension between the church and LGBT+ individuals.

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Muslim leaders and worshippers across the region selectively cite ancient texts to justify LGBT+ suppression.

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Kids4Kids founder Michele Lai explores how to take her charity to the next level with help from startup expert Jen Loong.

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Baoli Ma, the founder and CEO of online LGBT+ platform BlueCity, discusses the company’s rise and China’s emerging LGBT+ community.

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How hormone blockers can buy time for transgender youth dreading the physical and psychological stresses that come with puberty.

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An independent spirit, Nancy Sheung found her voice in the male-dominated field of photography.

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Hong Kong’s sexual and gender minorities are looking for more precise, inclusive LGBT+ umbrella terms.

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Mental health in Hong Kong, rainforest recovery in Brazil, artistic empowerment in Sierra Leone… these initiatives will restore your faith in humanity.

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Through the Lens is a recurring photography and poetry series that champions creativity and collaboration. Produced by storytelling platform Spill Stories, this edition …

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We ask professors, students, activists and allies to take the temperature of LGBT+ rights in Hong Kong and Macao.

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Hong Kong’s existing anti-discrimination laws offer limited protections when it comes to transgender individuals, according to Mohan Datwani, a member of the Equal …

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