MONDRO

I am Bangladeshi, female, Muslim, homosexual, and chose/work in a profession that is ancient and conventional. That was my answer to a Bangladeshi straight guy (last year) who asked me why I am not getting married. After a big sigh, he said “you are a lioness locked in a cage.” I settled abroad a long time ago. I know it’s not the same situation for everyone. Though, firstly, I am financially independent due to the hard work of many years. Secondly, I am super privileged to have siblings who supported me mentally. As a result, my parents were never able to force me into a straight marriage. Over the years, I had long-term relationships and I came out to my parents. Being true to yourself (not to marry a guy just because family and society say it’s right) means a long, hard, and full of tears, depression and lonely life. Nevertheless, I write to all of the homosexuals in Bangladesh, though I am yet to find love, yet to complete my career goals, yet to travel the world, yet to argue with my partner which Netflix show to watch tonight/hold her hand tightly when I am scared… Please don’t give up! I am alive and trust me it gets better with time.

Source: BAH ( Bangladesh Against Homophobia)