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If you are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning, learn about the local culture and scene and if it’s safe to be out.
Some countries are more progressive and may make it easier for you to come out. While other countries/cultures may be more conservative.
Some cultures’ understanding of “gay” and “straight” don’t exist in the same way they do in the US; or they don’t carry the same importance.
Some cultures may not see LGBTQ issues as identity issues, but rather a behavior or orientation.
BEFORE you go abroad, find support groups and get feedback on those groups. Don’t find yourself in an unsafe environment because you didn’t do your research ahead of time.
Remember, it’s not your place to change a culture.
The Lonely Planet guidebooks and online website, http://www.lonelyplanet.com, has information dedicated to the LGBTQ scenes and general sentiment of the area.
For a lengthy list of resources please check out the following website: http://www.indiana.edu/~overseas/lesbigay/student.htm