Majority of Norwegian Christians support conversion ban

10-10-2022

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Majority of Norwegian Christians support conversion ban

Norwegians can protest a bill banning conversion therapy until Monday; after that, the consultation period for the bill ends. Although the Church of Norway supports the government, other denominations are sceptical about banning therapy that would change the sexual orientation of people.

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