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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“Every Day I Live in Fear”
Violence and Discrimination Against LGBT People in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, and Obstacles to Asylum in the United States
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Saudi Arabia: ‘Image Laundering’ Conceals Abuses
New Human Rights Watch Campaign Against Whitewashing Rights Violations
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Egypt: Security Forces Abuse, Torture LGBT People
Arbitrary Arrests, Discrimination, Entrapment, Privacy Violations
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Malaysia: Government Steps Up Attacks on LGBT People
Lawmakers Should Repeal, Not Reinforce, Discriminatory Laws
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Honduras: Attack on Reproductive Rights, Marriage Equality
Congress Should Reject Constitutional Amendment
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UN: Eastern Caribbean States Called Out Over Anti-LGBT Bias
Human Rights Review of St. Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis
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Momentum Builds Around Intersex Protection in India
Delhi Child Rights Commission Recommends an End to Risky Surgeries
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Bahrain: No Improvement in Rights Record
Arrests for Peaceful Speech; Death Sentences After Unfair Trials
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South Korea: Backtracking on Rights Protections
Address North Korea Concerns, Plight of Marginalized Groups
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