“I Don’t Want to Change Myself”
Anti-LGBT Conversion Practices, Discrimination, and Violence in Malaysia
LGBT Rights
People around the world face violence and inequality—and sometimes torture, even execution—because of who they love, how they look, or who they are. Sexual orientation and gender identity are integral aspects of our selves and should never lead to discrimination or abuse. Human Rights Watch works for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender peoples' rights, and with activists representing a multiplicity of identities and issues. We document and expose abuses based on sexual orientation and gender identity worldwide, including torture, killing and executions, arrests under unjust laws, unequal treatment, censorship, medical abuses, discrimination in health and jobs and housing, domestic violence, abuses against children, and denial of family rights and recognition. We advocate for laws and policies that will protect everyone’s dignity. We work for a world where all people can enjoy their rights fully.
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Mexico: Barriers for Trans People in Guanajuato State
Create Legal Gender Recognition Procedure; Uphold Mexican and International Law
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US: LGBT Asylum Seekers in Danger at the Border
Biden Should Immediately Safeguard At-Risk Groups, Restore Asylum Access
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Japanese Trans Woman Wins Workplace Harassment Case
National Gender Recognition Law Needs Update to Prevent Future Harm
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Pakistan Province Bans Film about Trans Character
Discrimination, Violence Against Trans People Common Despite Legal Protections
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EU Parliament Backs Remedy Fund for Qatar Migrant Abuses
Human Rights in Spotlight as FIFA and Qatar’s “Just Play Football” Strategy Backfires
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US State Readies First Anti-Transgender Bill of 2023
New Legislation in Tennessee Signals Renewed Assault on LGBT Rights
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Qatar: Rights Abuses Stain FIFA World Cup
'Reporters’ Guide’ Highlights Key Labor Rights Issues, Needed Reforms
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Malaysia: Rights Agenda for Next Government
Before Elections, Commit to Ending Detention Without Trial, Free Speech Restrictions
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Qatar World Cup Ambassador’s Homophobic Comments Fuel Discrimination
LGBT People Face Stigma, Harms to Mental Health
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Australia’s FIFA World Cup Team First to Collectively Back Workers, LGBT Rights
Ahead of World Cup, Socceroos Players Demonstrate Exemplary Leadership
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US: Anti-Trans Bills Also Harm Intersex Children
Explicit Exceptions in Legislation Allow Risky ‘Normalizing’ Surgery
