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Guatemala: Congress shelves law that increased penalties for abortions and prohibited same-sex marriage
The repeal of the decree was celebrated by organizations that are on alert for new violations.
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Chile celebrated same-sex marriages for the first time in its history
Today, ten same-sex couples celebrated their first marriages in Chile. And there are 7,000 more who have already signed up to schedule an appointment.
Guatemala's Congress passed a law condemning sexual diversity and increasing the penalty for abortion
On March 8, Law 5272 was passed, which prohibits same-sex marriage, endangers sexual diversity, and increases the penalty for women who have abortions.
Chile 2021 Review: More violence towards LGBT+ people, marriage equality, and political change
The legalization of same-sex marriage and Gabriel Boric's victory have ushered in a hopeful year for Chile. However, the escalating violence against LGBTI people remains a major concern.
Chile close to approving same-sex marriage: this is how LGBT+ couples experience it
Chile is closer than ever to legalizing same-sex marriage. LGBT+ people share their plans and hopes for the day this right becomes a reality. And the outstanding issues that still need to be addressed.
The Chilean Senate gave preliminary approval to the equal marriage law.
The Chilean Senate gave preliminary approval to the bill legalizing same-sex marriage in the country, with 29 votes in favor, 14 against and no abstentions, so it advances to the Chamber of Deputies.
Same-sex marriage in Yucatán will be decided in the Supreme Court
Mexico's Supreme Court of Justice (SCJN) will decide whether the Yucatán Congress is in contempt for not guaranteeing same-sex marriage and whether it should approve it.
Congress protects legal abortion and same-sex marriage in Honduras
In a political maneuver by anti-rights groups, the Honduran Congress approved a constitutional lock to prevent same-sex marriage and abortion.
Ten years of struggle to achieve marriage equality in Puebla
Since 2010, LGBT activists and organizations in Puebla have worked on community and political actions to guarantee marriage equality.
Peru's Constitutional Court rejected a lawsuit for same-sex marriage.
The Peruvian Constitutional Court decided on November 3 to reject the lawsuit filed by activist Oscar Ugarteche.