Tags: propaganda law
MEPs to Federica Mogherini: Russia must protect its LGBTI citizens
On 7 August 2018, 16 year old Maxim Nederov was condemned for “homosexual propaganda” in Russia. LGBTI Intergroup co-chair Daniele Viotti and vice-president Sophie in’t Veld write to Federica Mogherini to enquire about EU’s follow-up on Russia’s commitment to protect …
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Posted in: Press releases on August 8th, 2018
Strasbourg Court: Russian ‘anti-propaganda’ law is discriminatory and violates human rights
Yesterday, the European Court of Human Rights ruled that Russia’s ‘anti-propaganda’ legislation is in breach with human rights. The federal law was adopted in 2013 and bans the “promotion” or “propaganda” of homosexuality, bisexuality and transgenderism. The Court found that the …
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Posted in: Press releases, Recent news on June 21st, 2017
Moldovan parliament considering ‘anti-propaganda’ bill
Last month, the Culture and Education Committee of the Moldovan Parliament approved a bill that seeks to ban ‘homosexual propaganda’, similar to the Russian anti-propaganda law of 2013. The bill would impose fines for spreading “homosexual propaganda” to minors “through …
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Posted in: Press releases, Recent news on June 7th, 2016
Central Asia: European Parliament concerned about state of LGBTI rights
In a report adopted last week on the EU’s relationship with Central Asia, the European Parliament has made a strong call to respect democracy, the rule of law and human rights, including the rights of LGBTI people, in the region. …
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Posted in: Press releases, Recent news on April 19th, 2016
Parliament urges Member States to speak out for LGBTI Rights at UN Human Rights Council
In a resolution adopted today, the European Parliament has expressed its concern regarding “discriminatory laws and practices and acts of violence against individuals on the basis of their sexual orientation and gender identity.” The adopted text is a recommendation from …
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Posted in: Press releases, Recent news on January 21st, 2016
Open letter to Lithuanian Parliament: Reject bill targeting LGBTI people
The Parliament of Lithuania will vote tomorrow on a bill that seeks to introduce fines for any public denigration of “constitutional family values.” According to the proposal, actions as carrying out public speeches, demonstrating goods, posters, slogans and audio-visual materials, …
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Posted in: Intergroup documents, Recent news on November 11th, 2015
MEPs condemn attacks against Kyrgyz LGBTI activists
Last Sunday, LGBTI activist in Kyrgyzstan were attacked on a celebration of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT). A large group of aggressive men threatened and insulted the activists. One of the participants was injured. When taken …
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Posted in: Press releases, Recent news on May 21st, 2015
EU leaders demand answers from Kyrgyz President over anti-LGBTI, anti-NGO bills
During an official visit by Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambaev last week, EU leaders have sought reassurances over pending bills seeking to limit the rights of LGBTI people and civil society in general. Kyrgyzstan is considering an anti-LGBTI ‘propaganda’ bill, which would outlaw any …
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Posted in: Press releases, Recent news on April 1st, 2015
Parliament human rights report addresses LGBTI criminalisation, trans rights and same-sex unions
Last week, the European Parliament voted its annual report on human rights in the world. The report takes account of the situation of human rights, including of LGBTI people, and makes recommendations accordingly. The report contains strong language on the …
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Posted in: Press releases, Recent news on March 17th, 2015
European Parliament urges Kyrgyzstan to drop anti-LGBTI bill
In a resolution adopted today, the European Parliament calls on Kyrgyzstan to reject a bill which would censor information on LGBTI issues. The draft law would punish the dissemination of information “aimed at forming positive attitudes toward non-traditional sexual relations.” …
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Posted in: Press releases, Recent news on January 15th, 2015
2010 The European Parliament's Intergroup on LGBTI Rights