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In the last episode of Semua Kita, we heard how, in the early 80s, access to information about being gay in Singapore was limited. The Hite Report was important in introducing the idea of homosexuality to a curious audience. But her studies were based in the United States. How relevant was this to Roy, and of what significance was it?
Hong Lim Park then became a place where Roy could explore these feelings further, as a place for both physical contact and forming human connection. It was where gay men could meet, but it was put in jeopardy when the police started raiding it and other spaces. HIV and AIDS and the ensuing entrapment operations transformed how gay men found safety there. Roy was overseas at the height of the raids, but he was always drawn back.
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#lgbtq #queer #oralhistory #singapore
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By Semua KitaIn the last episode of Semua Kita, we heard how, in the early 80s, access to information about being gay in Singapore was limited. The Hite Report was important in introducing the idea of homosexuality to a curious audience. But her studies were based in the United States. How relevant was this to Roy, and of what significance was it?
Hong Lim Park then became a place where Roy could explore these feelings further, as a place for both physical contact and forming human connection. It was where gay men could meet, but it was put in jeopardy when the police started raiding it and other spaces. HIV and AIDS and the ensuing entrapment operations transformed how gay men found safety there. Roy was overseas at the height of the raids, but he was always drawn back.
Other subscription, listening and following options here: https://bit.ly/m/semuakita
#lgbtq #queer #oralhistory #singapore