Success and Evolution of the Gay Rights Movement in the UK

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Exploring historical milestones like the Wolfenden report and decriminalization of homosexuality in the UK, the chapter delves into how activism post-AIDS crisis and strategic alliances shaped societal attitudes. It discusses various approaches within the movement, from civil partnerships to advocating for equal marriage, emphasizing the importance of demanding equality and support from diverse groups in achieving practical benefits for same-sex couples.

Yascha Mounk and Simon Fanshawe also discuss how gay and lesbian rights were won—and what that should teach today’s activists.

Simon Fanshawe is an activist, writer, and consultant who is a co-founder of Stonewall UK and the rector of the University of Edinburgh. His book is The Power of Difference: Where the Complexities of Diversity and Inclusion Meet Practical Solutions.

In this week’s conversation, Yascha Mounk and Simon Fanshawe discuss whether there is a tension between hiring for merit and hiring for the value of having different kinds of life experiences present in organizations; how the gay rights movement framed the debate around legal equality and toleration rather than asking the public to affirm gay and lesbian identities; and why building alliances and finding common ground are essential for achieving social change and creating a more inclusive society.

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