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Due to discriminatory attitudes of media, religious institutions and state officials, organizations working on sexual orientation and gender identity matters are unable to fully address the issues publicly. The report covers violence based on sexual orientation and gender identity, identifying lack of state response to the violent incidents.

Gay Guide Kazakhstan

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However, outside of Almaty and Astana, the situation is far more difficult. They hid every hint of their orientation. Coming out could mean harassment or even violence. But in doing so, they reinforce harmful stereotypes and make things worse for everyone. Unlike neighboring Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, where same-sex relationships are criminalized, Kazakhstan has no such legal prohibitions.

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