Essays on Gay Rights in China: A Unique Perspective from a Swiss Woman Writer

Recently, a court in Changsha, China, dismissed a lawsuit filed by two homosexuals, Sun Wenlin and Hu Mingliang, seeking to register their marriage. This is the first case of homosexual marriage in Mainland China and has aroused widespread concern and discussion in the community. Although the case was dismissed, homosexual activists believe that the lawsuit has raised awareness of the issue.

Meanwhile, a book about the history of lesbianism in Switzerland, "Since that night, my world has become obsessed", is being translated into Chinese. The book, which chronicles the oral histories of eleven Swiss lesbians, has created quite a stir. The author, Corinne Rufli, and the translator, Qiao Mu, were interviewed by swissinfo.ch and shared their thoughts and perspectives.

Corinne Rufli says that education and career are crucial for women to pursue independent and autonomous lives. Through this book, she hopes to inspire young lesbians to learn about the life experiences of different generations of women and to be courageous enough to pursue their own happiness.

Corinne Rufli expressed concern and support for the survival of homosexuals in China, and called on the government to take more responsibility for the freedom and rights of homosexuals.

Finally, Corinne Rufli expressed her surprise and anticipation for Chinese readers to read her book, hoping that it will bring courage to women and serve as a bridge for intergenerational dialogues, so that more people will understand and respect different lifestyles.

All these stories and perspectives reflect the concern and support for the homosexuality issue. It is hoped that more equality and respect will be accorded to homosexuals in the near future. Let us all hope and work together so that everyone can enjoy equal rights and respect.