Embrace diversity and energize humanity 2017, para. 39
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Several States have also taken steps to decriminalize transgender persons on the basis of their gender identity or expression. For example, Samoa removed provisions on “impersonation of a female” that were used to arrest and fine transgender persons and the fa’afafine when it revised its penal code in 2013.
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
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N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Gender
Person(s) affected
LGBTQI+
Year
2017
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Other
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Decriminalization of consensual same-sex relations and gender identity (covering also gender expression)