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The gay rights activist says he realized he was gay at the age of 16, but faced strong family opposition. Artemis Akbari talks about the violence she has faced outside Afghanistan, but says she is currently living with her "partner" and is happy but has no relationship with her family. Mr. Akbari tells stories of Afghan homosexuals inside and outside the country, saying they are subjected to severe rape and violence in Afghanistan. Artemis added that a number of gay rights organizations had helped these people leave Afghanistan. #afghan #tolonews #afghanistan #afghanistan #news #tolonews# Anissa Shahid#GNRinfo #lgbt