Earlier this month, Vietnam's Health Minister issued a statement condemning and banning the practice of trying to "cure" sexual orientation or gender identity. LGBTQ rights advocates around the world celebrated this news, as it represents a big step forward for LGBTQ rights in Vietnam. Why The "Leave With Pride" Campaign Was So Important This...
Hong Kong Court of Appeal has ruled that same-sex marriage will not be recognized, dealing a blow to the city's LGBTQ community.The right to marry is one of the most fundamental rights guaranteed under Hong Kong law, yet same-sex couples in the city are currently denied this right. Gay Man Launches Legal Challenge To Hong Kong's Dis...
Last Monday, Singapore's Prime Minister announced that his government would repeal the colonial-era ban on same-sex relationships, a move welcomed by LGBTQ rights activists and community members. But don't be too quick to rejoice because everything about the announcement was far from positive. Repeal Of Section 377A Of The Penal Code, It's Ab...
Cuba took a big step forward in protecting the rights of its citizens. Justice Minister Oscar Manuel Silvera introduced the new Family Code, which was officially presented last year, in the National Assembly. It will replace the 47-year-old code and provide new protections for children, the elderly, and other family members in general. One of the key changes includes legalizing same-sex marriage.
Thailand could soon be the second Asian territory to legalize same-sex unions. Thailand Moves Closer To Legalizing Same-Sex Unions Thailand took a big step towards marriage equality two weeks ago, with parliament voting to legalize same-sex unions in its first reading. Four bills relating to same-sex marriage and civil partnership were ...
In a country where homosexuality is punishable by death, a rare NGO is boldly defending the rights of LGBTQ people. The group, called the Guardians of Equality Movement, comprises activists who run various campaigns to demand equal rights and end the human rights violations they face. Despite the risks, these brave individuals continue to figh...
A new law in Guatemala has created a stir among the LGBTQ+ community and its supporters. This legislation not only defines marriage as a union between one man and one woman but also prevents schools from teaching about sexual diversity.
The High Court has ruled against recognizing same-sex marriage in Namibia. The situation in Africa continues to be a struggle for LGBTQ+ people. Though there have been some victories, like the ones in Botswana two weeks ago, it doesn't look like Namibia will improve soon. Namibia's high court was blocked by precedent Two bi-national couples h...
The government of Cuba has just launched a public consultation on marriage equality and adoption.
A group of Senegalese lawmakers wanted to increase prison sentences for same-sex relationships. Fortunately, the bill was rejected.
Botswana has announced that it will soon decriminalize same-sex relationships! This is welcome news for the LGBTQ community in Botswana, which has long faced discrimination and persecution. The new law will provide much-needed protection for LGBTQ people, who will now be able to live and love without fear of criminal prosecution. This is a major step forward for human rights.
Israeli Health Minister Nitzan Horowitz has just granted queer female couples the right to open a joint file when using a sperm bank to conceive a child. This decision is a historic step forward for LGBTQ mothers!
Same-sex marriages are illegal in Japan, but from April 2022, Tokyo will allow same-sex couples to be officially recognized. City by city, same-sex partnerships are being recognized!
It’s a historic decision! Chile has finally legalized marriage equality.
The LGBTQ community in Thailand was shocked to learn that the country’s Constitutional Court has opposed same-sex marriage.
