![]() It weaves original interviews with Muslim activists into a compelling composite picture which showcases the importance of the solidarity of support groups in the effort to change social relationships and achieve justice. Living Out Islam documents the rarely-heard voices of Muslims who live in secular democratic countries and who are gay, lesbian, and transgender. ![]() I wanted to help other people to get there. I was completely comfortable saying to the world that I’m gay and I’m Muslim. But I’ve managed, because of my in-depth relationship with God, to reconcile the two. “I realized that I’m not alone-these people are going through the very same things that I’m going through. ![]() This, according to Muhsin, is why he had to act. Islam and homosexuality are seen by many as deeply incompatible. Muhsin is one of the organizers of Al-Fitra Foundation, a South African support group for lesbian, transgender, and gay Muslims. ![]()
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