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A far-right religious group, upset over a gay-rights proposal to permit gays to wed, blanketed Port-au-Prince in a mass demonstration against same-sex marriage. Haitian Coalition of Religious and Moral Organizations were vehement, vowing to set Parliament on fire while in session, if they considered the proposal.

One coalition member said, "Haiti is not going to accept this." Haiti does not have any laws on the books opposing same-sex couples to marry, another reason for the group's outrage.

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Recently gay-rights advocates denounced the rise in threats of violence against gay-identified individuals, provoking a demonstration march.

Haitian Coalition of Religious and Moral Organizations amassed in the capital's streets. Holding signs of anti-gay sentiments, they warned Parliament if gay marriage was considered, they would light it on fire while in session.

A coalition member was quoted as saying ". . . God will punish us further if we allow this law to pass."

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One thousand-plus members of the Haitian Coalition of Religious and Moral Organizations swarmed Port-au-Prince in a protest march against same-sex marriage on Friday July 19th.

Representatives of several religious denominations including Voodoo held up homophobic signs and warned Parliament it would set fire to it if they passed legislation permitting same-sex couples to marry.

No law barring same sex marriage is on the books, but gay advocates are sending a proposal to Parliament that would give same-sex couples the right to wed.

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HGLA, Haitian Gays and Lesbians Alliance has for objective to empower Haitian, born or identified, LGBT by providing educational, social, supportive, cultural services and resources to the community

The first Haitian Lesbian and Gay Alliance was created in 2007, in New York City. The objective of the organization was to provide social services to the Haitian LGBT minority in New York City an campaign for the Right of Haitian Gays and Lesbians. The movement started spreading and by 2008, several dozen Haitians took part in the nation's first gay rights demonstration. As of today, there is no legislation in Haiti related to Gay Rights

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The most prominent Haitian personality rumored to be Gay is the former Prime Minister Michele Pierre-Louis. The nomination process of former Prime Minister Michele Pierre-Louis was a chance and opportunity to bring the issue of homosexuality in the front burner in the country. Although Ms. Pierre-Louis became prime Minister, that was possible only after reading a public statement declaring the rumors to be false. No political parties in Haiti have endorsed LGBT or "Masisi" rights.

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Here is the organization KOURAJ during the International Day Against Homophobia.

Support for LGBT or homosexuality by the Haitian government has been non-existent for most of Haiti history. In fact, most political leaders in the country and organizations which have arisen are largely hostile to LGBT rights. Some people who have been following closely the Haitian history think the the lack of support of Gay, Lesbian or "Masisi" in the Haitian society has a lot to do with their strong ties to the Catholic Church or fundamentalist Protestant.

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Haiti does not recognize same-sex marriages. However, in many Haitian homes many people are aware of same sex couple living together. Civil unions is also nor recognized by any institution in the country. As far as I know, gay people are not allowed to adopt Haitian children. In term of having custody of children, this is unclear. The Haitian society does not have great tolerance for cross-dressers. These people are often made fun of and are often seen as people with mental issues

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Here is a picture taken during the International Day Against Homophobia in Haiti. It was organized by KOURAJ

The Haitian Constitution dated 1987 provides some covers and rights for LGBT or homosexuality in Haiti. Article 18 - provides general equal protection. Article 19, provides a right to health care, Article 22 - provides right to housing, education, food and social security, Article 28 - provides a right to freedom of opinion.
Article 31 - provides a right to create political parties or interest groups.

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Support for LGBT or homosexuality in Haiti is not visible. As of today, same-sex sexual activity between consenting adults in private has been legal in Haiti. The Haitian Constitution dated 1987 does not directly address the sexual issue or right for sexual orientation or gender identity. That particular constitution does contain many legal provisions that is likely to affect the human rights of LGBT or homosexuality in Haiti or as it is stated in Haitian Creole, Masisi

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