Sexual
activity between two people of the same sex happens in every country in the
world.
Some women
who have sex with other women call themselves lesbians; others call themselves
bisexual; and others see themselves as heterosexual women who sometimes have
sex with other women.
In some
countries, same-sex relationships are against the law. Some cultural or
religious groups disapprove of these relationships and deny that it happens in
their community. As a result, lesbians and gay men may experience
discrimination.
In Australia,
same-sex relationships between adults are legal, and considered both normal and
acceptable behaviour. Discriminating against anyone on the basis of their
sexuality is illegal and unacceptable in Australia.
more information
There are a
number of services that provide support and information to people who are
attracted to others of the same sex.
Here are
some helpful websites
How to
protect yourself from sexually transmissible infections