LGBT rights in Bolivia
| LGBT rights in Bolivia | |
|---|---|
| Bolivia Bolivia | |
| Same-sex sexual activity legal? | Legal |
| Recognition of relationships |
No recognition of same-sex couples |
Restrictions: |
Same-sex marriage and civil unions prohibited by constitution |
| Military service | Yes |
| Discrimination protections | Yes, since 2009 |
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Discrimination protections
In January 2009, following the January 2009 Bolivian constitutional referendum, a new constitution took effect in Bolivia.[1] It prohibits discrimination based on sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation.[2]
President Evo Morales claimed at an April 2010 environmental conference that the consumption of chicken "causes baldness and homosexuality." His comments reportedly left thousands in the crowd hollering with laughter.[3]
Recognition of same-sex relationships
The new constitution also limits both marriage and civil unions to heterosexual couples, though what opposite-sex civil unions are have not been established in the country.
See also
References
- ↑ Valdez, Carlos. "New constitution takes effect in Bolivia", Associated Press, Google News, 2009-02-07. Retrieved on 2009-02-09.
- ↑ ArtÃculo 14.II.; ArtÃculo 63.Proyect de Constitución PolÃtica del Estado (PDF). National Electoral Court of Bolivia (January 2009). Retrieved on 2009-02-09.
- ↑ http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/laplaza/2010/04/bolivia-president.html
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