Diversity Q & A
Have you been discriminated against or faced prejudice?
Ed
I wanted to donate blood and was refused because I am gay. There was a reason behind the decision, in that blood-borne diseases, like HIV, are more common in the gay community. I had a certificate from my doctor, promising that I was not carrying a blood-borne virus but I was still not allowed to donate blood. I remember feeling angry with the organisation that had this rule. The rule has now been changed, and I am able to donate blood. And, as easy as that, I don't feel angry with the organisation any more.