World of Politics

Philippines: Sotto says SOGIE bill has 'no chance' of passing Senate

Thirty percent of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people in the Philippines reported being harassed, bullied or discriminated against by others while at work because of their sexual orientation, gender identity, expression and sex characteristics.

Germany: Tessa Ganserer calls for the abolition of transsexual law

The Transsexual Act of 1981 regulates the conditions under which sufferers can officially change their first name and gender. Meanwhile, it is considered urgently in need of an overhaul, especially as the Federal Constitutional Court over the years again and again declared regulations unconstitutional.

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France: Conservatives Mobilize After French Gov’t Proposes State-Funded IVF for Same-Sex Couples

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A proposal to provide state-funded in-vitro fertilization treatment for lesbian couples and single mothers is being welcomed by LGBT groups, but conservatives are vowing to take to the streets in opposition.