Mario (middle), a victim of conversion therapy, has found a way to reconcile religion and homosexuality, notably by attending the Antenna LGBTI Geneva.
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Those who have gone through these therapies often need to rebuild their lives.
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Geneva pastor Sandrine Landeau at the Antenna LGBTI Geneva, discussing “the gender of God”.
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The head and founder of Antenna LGBTI Geneva, Adrian Stiefel, wants to offer a framework in which “anyone seeking meaning and spirituality can live their faith”.
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The Protestant Church is open to questions of sexuality. In 2019, it supported extending marriage rights to same-sex couples.
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Many of those who attend the centre have experienced conversion therapy or strong community pressure.
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Thematic meetings also allow church representatives to learn about the various issues that concern the LGBTQ community.
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The evenings end with a meal to allow everyone to chat in an informal atmosphere.
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It is important to offer a space for those who have experienced these therapies to speak up.
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In Geneva, a platform run by the Protestant Church offers a space to talk about religion, sex and gender. It also provides support for those who have gone through various forms of conversion therapy.
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