This paper will give a general socio-political analysis of homosexuality in Jordan in order to raise awareness of the universal need for LGBT rights. It will be examined how, despite the attempt of Professor Joseph Massad to claim otherwise, there are indeed homosexuals in Jordan and they are oppressed. It will be shown that despite Jordan being the most gay-friendly country in the Middle East, and the only Arab country where homosexuality is technically legal, the situation is less than ideal. Honour killings are still common and only lightly prosecuted, police crackdowns are common, and the pressure from family and society is massive. The coverage of homosexuality in the Jordanian press is almost entirely negative, associating homosexuality with moral decay and perversion.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- 1. Joseph Massad – a Jordanian Scholar and university professor who denies the existence of homosexuals in the Middle East
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- 2. The legal situation of homosexuality in Jordan, oppression and honour-killings
- 3. Visibility of Homosexuality in Jordan
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This dissertation aims to explore the complex reality of homosexuality in Jordan, a country where social pressures and societal norms create a challenging environment for LGBTQ+ individuals despite the technical legality of same-sex relationships. It analyzes the historical context, legal framework, and social dynamics surrounding homosexuality in Jordan, shedding light on the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals and the challenges they face.
- Social and legal realities of homosexuality in Jordan
- The influence of cultural and religious beliefs on LGBTQ+ experiences
- The role of media and public discourse in shaping perceptions of homosexuality
- The impact of Western perspectives on the LGBTQ+ movement in the Middle East
- The complexities of identity and self-expression within a conservative society
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The first chapter delves into the controversial work of Joseph Massad, a Jordanian scholar who argues against the existence of homosexuality in the Arab world. It analyzes Massad's arguments and critiques his perspective, exploring the impact of his work on the LGBTQ+ community in Jordan. The second chapter examines the legal situation of homosexuality in Jordan, highlighting the complexities of the law and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals. The third chapter investigates the visibility of homosexuality in Jordanian society, analyzing the role of media, public discourse, and social networks in shaping perceptions and experiences.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Homosexuality, Jordan, Middle East, social pressures, cultural beliefs, legal framework, visibility, media, LGBTQ+, identity, self-expression, social networks, honour-killings, Joseph Massad.
- Quote paper
- Eva Hilskamp (Author), 2013, A Socio-Political Analysis of Homosexuality in Jordan, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/265679
