The Humanist Society (Singapore) celebrates the recent announcement regarding the repeal of Section 377A of the Penal Code (S377A).
S377A, a vestige of British colonial rule, criminalised sex between consenting male adults. It dehumanised individuals, infringed upon the most personal of liberties, and imposed a religious code on a secular public.
We note that while some individuals or organisations may have disagreed with the repeal, we hope that they will eventually come around to see that building a fairer, more inclusive, secular society benefits everyone, regardless of race, language, religion, or sexual orientation.
With this repeal, we can look forward to a more progressive Singapore society, based on justice and equality.
Spokesperson
Executive Committee
Humanist Society (Singapore)
