Pro-LGBTQ NGO Jejaka cancels ‘Glamping With Pride’ after death threats

Pro-LGBTQ NGO Jejaka has called off its “Glamping With Pride” programme, which was scheduled for this weekend, citing escalating security threats. - Social media pic, January 13, 2026


Pro-LGBTQ NGO Jejaka cancels ‘Glamping With Pride’ after death threats


The weekend programme in Hulu Langat is called off amid escalating safety concerns; Sultan of Selangor also opposes LGBT-themed activities



A. Azim Idris
Updated 20 seconds ago
13 January, 2026
3:28 PM MYT

KUALA LUMPUR — Pro-LGBTQ NGO Jejaka has called off its “Glamping With Pride” programme, which was scheduled for this weekend, citing escalating security threats.

In a statement, Jejaka said the decision came after serious safety concerns, including death threats and threats of violence circulated on social media, Malaysiakini reported.

“Since our statement on January 9, 2026, the situation has changed drastically.

“The venue owner has cancelled the booking due to security concerns, and we have also received safety threats, including death threats and threats of violence through social media.

“These threats have been documented and will be referred to the authorities through a police report,” Jejaka said.

The NGO emphasised that the programme was not cancelled because it was unlawful, but due to worsening circumstances that had reached a point where “lives were being put at risk”.

The cancellation follows the Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah’s directive for firm action against activities linked to the organisation of “Glamping With Pride”, associated with the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community. The programme had been scheduled for January 17 and 18, 2026, in Hulu Langat, Selangor.

The Sultan conveyed his stance during an audience with Selangor Islamic Religious Council (MAIS) chairman Senator Datuk Setia Salehuddin Saidin at Istana Bukit Kayangan in Shah Alam, with Selangor Mufti Datuk Setia Dr Anhar Opir also present.

In a joint statement, the Sultan’s office stressed that while such acts may involve individual sins between a person and Allah SWT, they could invite divine wrath upon the state.

“The Sultan of Selangor also does not consent to any form of organisation of festivals, parades, activities or celebrations, or anything similar to the act of liwat practised by the people of Prophet Lut AS.

“Any effort to promote or legitimise this deviant LGBT lifestyle is contrary to the Maqasid Syariah, particularly in safeguarding lineage (Hifz al-Nasl),” the statement said.

It added that LGBT-related activities could normalise such practices and pose a threat to the faith of Muslims.

“This is because they legitimise what has clearly been prohibited by Islam. They also believe that humans are free to determine their gender identity, which contradicts and goes beyond the natural order decreed by Allah SWT.”

MAIS also warned Muslims, especially youths, against being influenced by Western cultural practices that promote these lifestyles under the guise of human rights.

“Not all freedoms associated with human rights can be accepted or practised by Muslim society if they clearly contradict the teachings of Islam,” it said.

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shaari said today that permits for glamping are issued based on the type of activity, and safe, family-friendly glamping remains acceptable in the state.

“If it is regular glamping, which is generally family-friendly, that is usually acceptable. I believe His Royal Highness’s decree is also not overly rigid. His Royal Highness’s concern is specifically directed at activities that are deviant and unacceptable,” he told reporters.

Amirudin noted that many Malaysians, including political parties, individuals and Members of Parliament, have expressed opposition to such activities, and authorities would intervene if organisers attempted to defy the ruling.

“I do not think such activities will be allowed to proceed. I am not certain, but if they continue to challenge the ruling, I will ask the authorities to take action,” he said.

The MB added that the public stance on inappropriate glamping events is clear.

“Safe, family-friendly glamping is fine, but not with that particular theme. The issue now is the theme, not glamping itself. Do not condemn glamping,” he said. – January 13, 2026

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