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>Defectors have testified that most North Koreans are unaware of the concept of sexual orientation.[8] Most defectors only realized that the ideas of homosexuality, bisexuality, and transgender identity exist upon arrival in South Korea. Jang Yeong-jin is the only known openly gay North Korean defector.[20] Jang faced discrimination while in South Korea, which is itself a country that is generally conservative on LGBTQ rights.[21][22] He has said that, while same-sex affection does occur in North Korean society, not being attracted to the opposite sex is likened to an illness.[23]
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>Cross-dressing openly is also reported to exist, and is considered unusual but not illegal.[8][20][11]
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>Cross-dressing openly is also reported to exist, and is considered unusual but not illegal.[8][20][11]
