Nicely put @josediccus, we do stand unique in many ways. And it's very saddening that still nowadays in the 21st century, when our knowledge has advanced so much, intolerance or even ignorance push individuals outside the boxes that they are meant to fit in.

I hope that despite everything your friend has managed to keep a cool-head and confident in who he is :) I bet that having you by his side has been invaluable to him.

I trust you and all your loved ones are doing fine.
Lots of love to you from Portugal!