Picture thanks to Mark Beehre A small, but loud, protest has been held outside the Russian Embassy in Wellington. Dozens of people gathered outside the Karori address, chanting and waving signs this afternoon. Spokeswoman Sara Fraser has thanked all those who turned out and added: "Keep an eye out for possible further action." The Queer Avengers organised the action in solidarity with GLBTI people in Russia, where authorities have passed a law making 'gay propaganda' illegal. Picture thanks to Mark Beehre Queer Avenger Ian Anderson says says it is part of a global struggle against repression. "Their struggle is our struggle," he says. "We need to be aware that while the Putin regime is particularly harsh in this current clampdown, that Russian queer communities are standing up for themselves and we are standing in solidarity.” Protest action is also being planned in Auckland.
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First published: Friday, 9th August 2013 - 5:54pm