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EUROPE Progress and backlash The only territory in Europe where consensual sexual acts between adults (men only) are still criminalized is Northern Cyprus, making Europe a region that stands out in this report. It does not mean, however, that LGBT people in Europe live their lives free from discrimination. The situation in Europe varies from country to country. In some countries violations of human rights are statesponsored while some countries provide, or claim to provide, legal equality for LGBT people. But even legal regulations may sometimes not be implemented fully due to homophobic attitudes in state institutions. In many cases LGBT persons hesitate to report violence due to lack of confidence in police and other authorities. Recent years have seen several attempts – some of which successful – to enact laws that hinder dissemination of information on issues related to sexual orientation and gender identities. As a result, any public expression and information related to LGBT issues can be targeted by police action, and possibly result in penalties of fines and/or prison. Such laws have already come into force in several regions in Russia under the guise of “protecting minors from propaganda” and are on the Parliamentary agendas in other countries such as Lithuania and Hungary. In many countries, freedom of expression is repeatedly breached when Pride marches are either banned or interrupted by counter-demonstrators without interference from authorities. Despite being in violation of international agreements signed by the respective host countries, these bans are still upheld. However, all is not bleak. The Council of Europe has increased its attention to human rights violations faced by LGBT people, has published several reports and provided recommendations to its member states. Although not legally binding, the recommendations are still useful tools for advocacy and other efforts to improve the situation for LGBT people across Europe. ILGA-Europe, regularly publishes in-depth information on the European situation, including an overview of legislation related to sexual orientation and gender identity, and strategies used in different European countries and cities to challenge any discriminatory governments and their agendas. Please visit ilga-europe.org for more information about the European region. Maria Sjödin & Ruth Baldacchino European Representatives to the ILGA World Board State-Sponsored Homophobia – May 2011 ILGA – The International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association - www.ilga.org 51
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (unrecognised state) Male/Male Illegal Female/Female Legal Criminal Code, Chapter 154 Article 171. ”Whoever – (a) has sexual intercourse against the order of nature with any person, or (b) allows sexual intercourse against the order of nature with a male, commits a heavy crime and is punished with up to five years imprisonment.” Article 173. “Whoever attempts to commit one of the crimes mentioned above in art. 171, commits a heavy crime and is punished with up to three years imprisonment.” There are plans to repeal these articles, but such a reform has not occurred as of publication of this report. State-Sponsored Homophobia – May 2011 ILGA – The International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association - www.ilga.org 52
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