Embrace diversity and energize humanity 2017, para. 53n

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A non-governmental organization noted that the law on violence against women in Colombia 2008 covers violence against lesbian and bisexual women. There is also intersectionality with conflict and land restitution issues and action against racism. In Latin America, the legalization of civil unions and/or marriage is also a constructive sign of the times; same-sex marriage is legal in a large number of countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico and Uruguay;
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Independent Expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity
Document type
Special Procedures' report
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
  • Gender
  • Governance & Rule of Law
  • Violence
Person(s) affected
  • LGBTQI+
  • Women
Year
2017
Paragraph type
Other
Paragraph focus
Effective anti-discrimination measures
Paragraph number
53n