Ivory Coast was an oasis of peace for the L.G.B.T.Q. community, said Carlos Idibouo, but recent overt hostility raises questions about their safety.
Dozens of assaults, beatings and online intimidation against gay men and transgender individuals have surged in Abidjan, shaking the community's sense of security.
Recent acts of violence and a proposed bill by a lawmaker signal a worrying shift, as rights groups fear the spread of hostility towards L.G.B.T.Q. people.
The term 'woubis,' used derogatorily for effeminate gay men, has gained traction, spurring social media influencers to rally their followers for violence against the community.
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