Self-reported life experiences of members of the LGBTQ+ community in Accra, Ghana

Members of the LGBTQ+ community in Ghana face stigma and societal pressures in their families and public spaces, creating stress that contributes to mental health challenges. We recommend that the Government of Ghana through the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection and the Ghana Health Service increases public education to improve cultural competence and inclusivity of this vulnerable population in society to reduce stigma and discrimination.

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PLoS ONE
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2025-05-29
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0325148
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2
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LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
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Self-reported life experiences of members of the LGBTQ+ community in Accra, Ghana

Kennedy Dodam Konlan, Merri Iddrisu, Donald Womonia Anuga
2 citations
PLoS ONE
LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
4.88
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Self-reported life experiences of members of the LGBTQ+ community in Accra, Ghana

Kennedy Dodam Konlan, Merri Iddrisu, Donald Womonia Anuga
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2 citations

Abstract

Members of the LGBTQ+ community in Ghana face stigma and societal pressures in their families and public spaces, creating stress that contributes to mental health challenges. We recommend that the Government of Ghana through the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection and the Ghana Health Service increases public education to improve cultural competence and inclusivity of this vulnerable population in society to reduce stigma and discrimination.

PLoS ONEVol. 20(5)
University of Ghana (GH)
Openalex Percentile: Top 6%
LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
4.88
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