LGBTQ+: The Position of the Ghanaian Society as the Majority Seeks Closure

The debate on whether the promotion of LGBTQ+ is in the right direction and founded on the grounds of human rights may continue to exist, however; this paper takes on a side on the grounds of the moral philosophy that no man lives in isolation and that we all live in a society with all of us being connected; we thereby have an effect on others and others on us. This assertion explains why society is always interested in the way of life of every individual. We inherit this moral system as we are born into society and we should expect at all times to be questioned, admonished, advised and criticised where necessary, by society. The paper takes a look at the Ghanaian position on LGBTQ+ on the grounds of religious belief, and by extention how these belief is percieved by the masses to influence the institutions that makes the laws that governs the society. The social label adopted by LGBTQ+ individuals and their activities has been questioned by many, some of these arguments raised against LGBTQ+ individuals are founded on the grounds of mental stability, psychological well-being, and other areas of human science (Javaid Rehman & E. Polymenopoulou, 2013; Muhlestein, 2007). Notwithstanding, the religious argument has been one of the strongest or say, the most persuasive argument against the LGBTQ+ movement, most notably in Africa and Ghana to be precise (Asante, 2020; Gyasi-Gyamerah & Akotia, 2016). The Ghanaian society is made up of several religious groups, amongst these religions, Christianity dominates, followed by Islam and other religious groups (Ghana Statistical Service, 2022). Religion plays a critical role in the decision formation of individuals; it is as such, an essential element that drives perceptions, which include reception or acceptance of any subject matter. With LGBTQ+ as a topic, it is evident that the religious aspect will play a role in the perceptions of individuals with its acceptance in society in a country like Ghana.