Tag: LGBT rights
European Parliament: Neighbourhood Policy to address LGBTI rights
Today the European Parliament voted to put human rights, including of LGBTI people, at the heart of the European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP).
Nigeria poll suggests 87% oppose gay rights
A new opinion poll suggests that 87% of people in Nigeria support the legal ban on same-sex relations.
U.S State Department Report Documents LGBT Human Rights Violations
Today HRC lauded the 2014 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for once again including information about the rights of LGBT people worldwide.
Commissioner Jourová committed to LGBTI action plan in 2015
In a debate with the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE) on Tuesday, Justice commissioner Vera Jourová Jourová confirmed her commitment to create a roadmap or action plan on LGBTI rights.
Thousands Join Gay Rights March Organised by Fidel Castro’s Niece in Cuba
Thousands marched in Havana on Saturday to support gay rights and to join a symbolic marriage ceremony organized by President Raul Castro’s daughter Mariela.
European Parliament asks Bosnia-Herzegovina and Albania to step up efforts on LGBTI rights
Last week, the European Parliament adopted its annual progress reports on Albania and Bosnia-Herzegovina. MEPs underlined the need to do more to further equality of LGBTI people.