Day: February 2, 2017

Lebanon Edges Closer to Decriminalising Same-Sex Conduct
A Lebanese judge challenged the legal basis of the arrest of men for same-sex conduct, declaring in a Metn court ruling last week that “homosexuality is a personal choice, not a criminal offence”.

These Graphics Reveal The Challenges LGBT People Face In The Workplace
It’s LGBT History Month. Attitudes towards the community have changed for the better, however many LGBT people are still afraid to come out at work. In short – there is still some way to go.

European Parliament demands action on EU-wide recognition of adoptions
Today, the European Parliament adopted a report (533 +, 41 -) demanding the automatic recognition of domestic adoption orders across EU Member States. The report stipulates that the recognition should happen without discrimination, including on the basis of the parents’ sexual orientation.