LGBT rights in La Francophonie

In this article, we will explore LGBT rights in La Francophonie from different perspectives, analyzing its importance in today's society and its relevance in various areas. From its impact on popular culture to its influence on politics, LGBT rights in La Francophonie has played a determining role in the way we perceive the world around us. Through in-depth analysis, we will examine how LGBT rights in La Francophonie has evolved over time and how it continues to shape the way we think and act. Additionally, we will examine the way LGBT rights in La Francophonie has been addressed by different academic and professional disciplines, highlighting its potential to generate significant changes in society. Throughout this article, we will reflect on the impact of LGBT rights in La Francophonie on our daily lives and explore its meaning in the current context.

In much of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, including former colonies of France, same-sex sexual activity is not considered a criminal offense. This is due, in part, to the lack of existing anti-homosexuality laws at the time of French rule. However, in most of the member states, including those states in which same-sex sexual activity is not criminalized, social taboos against it remain. In a small minority of member states, same-sex couples are allowed the ability to register civil unions or marriages.

Protections by Member State

Note: † Signed UN General Assembly declaration in favour of LGBT rights. ‡ Signed alternative Statement against LGBT rights.

State Marriage Statement in support of LGBT rights LGBT sexual activity legal
Yes Yes† Yes
Yes Yes† Yes
Yes Yes† Yes
Yes Yes† Yes
Yes Yes† Yes
Yes Yes† Yes
Yes Yes† Yes
No (Cohabitation Agreement) Yes† Yes
No (Limited Recognition) No Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No No‡ Yes
No No Yes
No Yes† Yes
No No Yes
No No‡ Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No No Yes
No No‡ Yes
No No Yes
No No‡ Yes
No No‡ Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No No Yes
No No Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No Yes† Yes
No No No
No No‡ No
No No‡ No
No No‡ No
No No‡ No
No No‡ No
No No‡ No/No
No No‡ No
No No‡ No
No No‡ No
No No No
No No‡ No
No Yes† No
No Yes† Yes
No No‡ No (Male activity illegal)

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References

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