10 of the Worst Countries (and 2 of the Worst States) For LGBTQ+ People Today

While Uganda's anti-gay laws were struck down by a 2014 court case, the country is still seen as fiercely homophobic, with human rights and conservative Christian beliefs clashing as the two ideologies meet.

The country continues to harbor a thriving anti-gay movement — which has been credited with leading to an influx in persecution — against persons of varying sexual and gender identities. This has resulted in halts to Pride celebrations.