Stories of gay and bisexual men : Kyrgyzstan : 2009-2010

I. Karagapolova

This Report is based on the research of the life style, sexual practices of gay and bisexual men in Kyrgyzstan implemented by Labrys and led by Irina Karagapolova, Consultant of the Training and Capacity Building Unit. The purpose of the research is to study personal stories, life style and sexual practices of gay and sexual men's communities living in the Kyrgyz Republic in order to indentify factors that influence the spread of HIV/AIDS among the men with alternative sexuality.This publication is unique for our Kyrgyzstan as it includes the analysis of not only the main factors of sexual behavior of the group but also the social and psychological factors that directly or indirectly affect the spread of AIDS and sexual diseases among the men who identify themselves as gay and bisexuals. Also, from this report you will learn what complicates the life of men who prefer homosexual relations and how the current situation could be improved. "The Stories of Gay and Bisexual Men" is intended in the first hand for the leaders, activists, members and staff of the community organizations who implement the HIV/AIDS prevention programs, protect the interests and promote the rights and provide medical and legal services to the LGBT communities.