Freemasons to admit women – but only if they first joined as men

Grand Lodge says no member should be forced to resign because they are no longer male Even the Freemasons cannot ignore the subject of trans rights. The society is to finally allow women to be members – but only if they joined as men. “A Freemason who after initiation ceases to be a man does not cease to be a Freemason,” says new guidance issued by the Freemasons’ governing body, the United Grand Lodge of England. Those who have transitioned from female to male can also apply, the guidance makes clear. Continue reading... source: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2018/aug/01/freemasons-to-admit-women-but-only-if-they-first-joined-as-men #Headlines by: Damien Gayle

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