Dousing the Olympic Flame
Russia's Anti-Gay Propaganda Legislation and the 2014 Winter Olympics
Event Details
Date
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Time
5 p.m.
Location
Media Room, Armory and Gymnasium (Red Gym)
Description
In June 2013, Russia’s national parliament approved a law criminalizing “propaganda of non-traditional sexual relations”. The law has led to the arrest and persecution of LGBT citizens and activists as well as a surge of hate crimes against LGBT people.
Join a panel of UW experts will discuss the separate but related issues of Russia’s anti-gay legislation and the upcoming Olympic Games.
Join a panel of UW experts will discuss the separate but related issues of Russia’s anti-gay legislation and the upcoming Olympic Games.
Cost
Free
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