Homosexual Casework
Intervention
Presented to:
Dr. C. Sathish
Department of Social Work
Pondicherry University
Presented by:
Mohd Anjum Afroz
MSW 1st Year
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 anjumafroz55@gmail.com

Contents to discuss
Introduction
- Definition of homosexual
- Status around the globe
- Problem: Social & Legal
Casework (intercept only)
IPC section 377
What to do as a Caseworker
Conclusion
Bibliography/Reference

INTRODUCTION
Definition of Homosexuality
 According to Merriam-Webster dictionary is
sexual or the tendency to direct sexual desire
towards another of the same sex is the quality of
being homosexual.
The term “Homosexuality” was coined by German
Psychologist Karoli Maria Bankert.

INTRODUCTION
Religious definition of
Homosexuality:
 According to Church of Jesus Christ:
Erotic thoughts, Feelings and behavior towards a person of
same sex is Homosexuality.
 Homosexuality is abnormal and harmful to the human
beings, and finally destroy foundation of civilization
According to Islam:
 According to Hadith, When man lies above another man or
woman lies on another women, Even Allah’s throne will be
shocked.
 It is unforgiving and liable to death penalty in Islamic Law

INTRODUCTION
According to Hinduism:
 Unnatural practice, Social Evil.
Liable to be cursed.
No specific penalty.
Religious definition of
Homosexuality:

…But good news is
That is
Every Religion says:
“Hate the sin, not the sinners”
There is a ray of hope
There is a Social Work Scope

Status around the globe
Persecution, Recognition, Protection

Status around the globe
Crime and Punishment

CASE STUDIES
Main concern noted from several
case studies with Homosexual
My very sweet, loving and caring mother pushed out
me from our home? Is this my fault to take birth in
her womb?
Then why she behaved in that way?
People behave with aggression which makes me
scary to go out for personal needs. Am I not a citizen
of this country?
I love my partner utmost and worried about him. I
want to transfer my property on his name. But legal
process is not accepting his name.
Why they are not understanding me?

Problems faced by
Homosexuals
Social & Legal Problems
Social Problem:
Emotional Imbalances.
Rejection by family members and society.
Isolation: No freedom in public space.
Identity & Dignity Crisis.
Physical Violence by public and police.
Legal Problem:
 Law see as a criminal.
 Imprisonment varies up to life or death penalty.
 Living in fear.

IPC section 377
Indian Penal Code was written by Lord Macauly in 1860.
 Prescribed a set of laws and morals upon Indian Society.
 Section 377 was written to punish sexual immorality in India.
 It states that “Unnatural Offences. Whoever voluntarily
has carnal intercourse against the order of nature with any
man, woman or animal shall be punished with
imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either
description for a term which may extend to 10 years and
shall also be liable to fine”.
What law says !!!

IPC section 377:
Remove to give relief
 Naz foundation founded by Anjali Goplan filed a
petition against section 377 in 2001.
 After several dismissal, The Delhi High Court gives
verdict and legalize gay sex among consenting
adults.
 Since then several religious organization, prominent
leader and Centre itself challenged the verdict
saying it as “ immoral & Unnatural activity”.
Current Scenario in India

Role of Caseworker
1.Evaluate personal feelings, attitude and beliefs about
homosexual.
2.Accept the homosexual client as a member of an
oppressed minority, not as a pathological entity.
3.Become familiar with the homosexual community in
your area.
4.Become educated about homosexuality, don’t believe
myths and stereotypes.
5.Act as an advocate for the homosexual and help other
to become better educated about homosexuality.
A guide to providing services to
homosexual clients:

Role of Caseworker
(…Continued)
6.Know resources within the homosexual community
provide a support system for homosexual clients.
7.Be aware that homosexual clients may not totally
accept their sexuality and may have difficulty
synthesizing their sexuality with religion and social
attitude.
8.Realize that homosexual individual or couple with
problems is like any individual or couple and may
need appropriate counseling or other services.
A guide to providing services to
homosexual clients:

Conclusion
Professional Ethics Vs Religious Value
 According to N.A.S.W. code of ethics, Primary
obligation is to “ the welfare of the individual or group
served, which include action for improving social
conditions.
 Social worker should try to minimize pervasive hatred,
suppress the ignorance and eradicate the myths
regarding homosexuals.


References
 Lindsay, Trever; Social Casework Intervention; Sage
Publication, California.
 Byrads, A. Dean; Homosexuality and the Church of
Jesus; Cedar Fort, USA.
Hendrick, Clyde; Close Relationship: A Sourcebook,
Sage Publication, San Francisco.
 The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare;
Volume-6, Issue-2, March 2012.
 www.ngc.com

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