Iran Feature: The Week in Civil Society --- Standing Against Homophobia, Defending Students, and More (Arseh Sevom)

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Anti-Homophobia Campaign in Iran

May 17th marked the International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia. With sodomy remaining an offence which can be punishable by death, youth in Iran have begun a Facebook campaign to give voice to a message of anti-homophobia.

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Happy New Year: Rap News Presents #Occupy2012

See also Happy New Year: 10 Predictions for 2012 --- From US Election to Syria to No War With Iran to EA WorldView
A Resolution for a 2012 WorldView: A Global Community Built On Communication, Not Conflict

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As we deliver analysis of the news in a timely fashion, we tip our hats to Rap News for the rhythm and rhyme as they deliver theirs! Having enjoyed Robert Foster's contributions across 2011, we offer his end-of-year look at #Occupy2012 (guest appearance: Noam Chomsky):