People who identify as LGBTQ in Guinea face discrimination not experienced by heterosexual residents. Article 325 of the Guinea Penal Code states that all homosexual acts are illegal, and that anyone who is found guilty of same-sex activity can be punished with up to 3 years of imprisonment.

Michael is abstaining from meat, fish and sugary treats to raise awareness of countries like Guinea where it is illegal for people to identify as LGBTQ. If you would like to find out more about Michael’s ‘79 days’ challenge, please click here.