Human Rights

Panel: Dreaming the (Im)possible: Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage in Taiwan

Brent attended a panel discussion at the 519 “Dreaming the (Im)possible: Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage in Taiwan”. Jennifer Lu, one of the leaders of successful campaign for marriage equality in Taiwan was present (Taiwan became the first Asian country to recognize same sex weddings). The panel provided great perspective on the LGBTI situation in Asian countries. That evening, Brent joined City Councillor Kristyn Wong Tam , MPP Jill Andrews, and other members of the Dignity Network at a dinner honoring Jennifer.  Jennifer was very interested in what RFF is doing. 

Parliament of the World's Religions Comes to Toronto; First LGBTI Room Opened

Rev. Dr. Brent Hawkes discusses the Parliament of World’s Religions meeting in Toronto in November, 2018 and including LGBTI programming for the first time. A Rainbow Lounge was opened, and there was even a same-sex, interfaith engagement ceremony!

Government of Canada Issues Formal Apology for Treatment of LGBTQ2 Canadians

Rev. Dr. Brent Hawkes attends historic apology ceremony in Ottawa as Govt of Canada apologizes for past treatment of LGBTQ2 people.