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July 9, 2009

ICT

From the personal computer to the mobile phone, information and communications technologies (ICTs) have permeated almost every aspect of global society and transformed life across the planet. Committed activists are working to ensure the benefits of new technologies are shared by all the world's people.

First Hotline for Indian Lesbians Takes Off

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WASHINGTON, Jul 6 (OneWorld.net) - A "path-breaking" helpline -- the first of its kind in India -- is offering counseling and support to lesbian women in the South Asian nation, where gay sex was decriminalized last week.

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