Mexico City have become the first in Latin America to legalise gay marriage
Mexico: In 2009, December 21, the Mexican capital became the first in Latin America to allow same-sex marriage with a groundbreaking law which could set a precedent for gay rights across the region.
Delhi High Court has struck down the Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code
India: The New Delhi High Court decriminalized homosexual intercourse between consenting adults, by striking down section 377 of the Indian Penal Code.
International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia
May 17th has become the International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO) since the WHO Assembly declared as invalid the code 302.0 of the International Diseased Classification, in 1990. Almost 20 years later, IDAHO was celebrated in a wide range of creative ways all over the globe. Some of the initiatives can be seen here.
Pink Chaddi Campaing, India
The Pink Chaddi Campaign in India has recruited more than 21 thousand people. Read more about the campaign here.
Nigeria: Same Gender Marriage (Prohibition) Bill
Nigeria: Same Gender Marriage (Prohibition) Bill violates Constitution
Yogyakarta Principles
During the 4th session of the Human Rights Council, one key event was the launching of the Yogyakarta Principles on the Application of International Human
International Documents
Documents for the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Second Cycle – Brazil In May 2012, the second cycle of the Brazilian UPR took place at the
CSW 67: news and assessments
CSW67 opening statement: Digital rights are women’s rights – UN Women EU statement at the 67th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women