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Las Américas, or the Americas, is a landmass spanning North and South America.expand_more The experiences of LGBT+ people vary greatly across this vast region.
Legal Protections
Laws regarding LGBT+ rights are complex and diverse.expand_more Same-sex marriage is legal in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Mexico, the United States, and Uruguay.expand_more An Inter-American Court of Human Rights ruling in 2018 stated that same-sex marriage is a human right, but some countries have not adhered to this.
Many countries offer legal protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. There is still a way to go in LGBTI+ rights across the Americas, but progress is being made.
LGBT+ Life in Las Américas
Acceptance of LGBT+ people also varies widely. There are many vibrant LGBT+ communities throughout the Americas, with bars, clubs, and pride celebrations. However, LGBT+ people can also face discrimination and violence.
Here are some resources for LGBT+ people in the Americas:
International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (https://www.un.org/womenwatch/daw/vaw/ngocontribute/International%20Gay%20and%20Lesbian%20Human%20Rights%20Commission.pdf)
Asociación Internacional de Lesbianas, Gays y Bisexuales, Bisexuales y Transexuales (ILGA) (https://ilga.org/)
Travel Considerations
If you are an LGBT+ person traveling in the Americas, it is important to research the laws and social climate of the countries you will be visiting. Here are some resources that can help:
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