Costa Rica

August 8, 2018

Costa Rica Joins Global Push to Recognize Legal Gender Self-Identification

In June, Costa Rica’s president signed a directive and decree ordering government agencies that issue official documents to recognize gender identity based on self-declaration.

LGBT Rights

In June, Costa Rica’s president signed a directive and decree ordering government agencies that issue official documents to recognize gender identity based on self-declaration.

August 8, 2018 Commentary

Costa Rica Joins Global Push to Recognize Legal Gender Self-Identification

José Miguel Vivanco
Executive Director, Americas Division

Published In: La Nación
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