News for February 24th, 2014

Ugandan Flag

Uganda President ratifies Anti-Homosexuality Bill; MEPs: ‘Suspend political agreement with Uganda!’

Today President of Uganda Museveni signed the Anti-Homosexuality Bill into law, worsening the situation for LGBT people dramatically. The new law seeks to vastly expand the criminalisation of the LGBTI community.

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Posted in: Press releases, Recent news on February 24th, 2014
10 years of LGBT rights

Upcoming event: 2009-2019: 10 years of LGBT rights – Successes, Failures, Challenges

On Wednesday 5 March, the LGBT Intergroup will host a discussion between MEPs, NGOs and EU institutions about the EU’s recent achievements and upcoming challenges in advancing LGBT rights. Registration is now open.

Posted in: Intergroup documents, Recent news on February 24th, 2014