By John Mack Freeman
The first Peruvian children’s book to feature same-sex parents is set to be released this September. Published by Zoe’s Closet, the book Camilla Has Two Moms? was written by author and activist Veronica Ferrari. Via PinkNews:
Author and activist Veronica Ferrari says her book “seeks to make visible all these families of lesbian mothers and of gay fathers existing in Peru.”
Same-sex relationships are not currently legally recognised in Peru, after the most recent attempt to pass the Civil Unions Bill was shelved in April 2015.
Adoption by same-sex couples is also not possible – with lesbians banned from having IVF.
The book shines a light on the lack of protection and recognition same-sex parents currently get in Peru, as the young protagonist becomes the subject of rumour and ridicule due to her family set up.
However, there is a happy ending for the family, as Camila’s mothers explain that “love ties their family together”.
