Embrace diversity and energize humanity 2017, para. 53f
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Germany has an anti-discrimination law covering sexual orientation and gender identity. There is emphasis on implementing the criminal law against hate crimes based on sexual orientation. It is now drafting its national plan against racism which will also cover the issue of transphobia and homophobia. It is complemented by a new law to give compensation to those who were punished for consensual same-sex relations under the Third Reich;
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Non-negotiated soft law
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Independent Expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity