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Report of the Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief, A/HRC/28/66, 29 December 2014

Dec 29, 2014

II. Preventing violence committed in the name of religion A. A complex phenomenon 11. Furthermore, homophobic and transphobic violence against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) persons may also be perpetrated in the name of religion. Those perceived as...

Concluding Observations, CAT/C/BDI/CO/2, 26 November 2014: Burundi

Nov 26, 2014

C. Principal subjects of concern and recommendations Discrimination based on sexual orientation 23. The Committee is concerned at the fact that homosexuality is an offence under the Criminal Code and at reports of homosexuals being subject to threats to their physical...

Concluding Observations, CCPR/C/BDI/CO/2, 27 October 2014: Burundi

Oct 27, 2014

C. Principal areas of concern and recommendations Discrimination based on sexual orientation 8.The Committee is concerned by reports that homosexuals are faced with threats to their physical integrity, intimidation and discrimination in various spheres of life. In...

Concluding Observations, CCPR/C/HTI/CO/1, 27 October 2014: Haiti

Oct 27, 2014

C. Principal areas of concern and recommendations Discrimination based on sexual orientation 9. While noting the willingness of the State party to eliminate discrimination against lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgender (LGBT) persons, the Committee notes with...

Concluding Observations, CEDAW/C/GEO/CO/4-5, 24 July 2014: Georgia

Jul 24, 2014

C. Principal areas of concern and recommendations Disadvantaged groups of women 34. The Committee is concerned about the: (e) Physical violence and harassment faced by lesbian, bisexual and transsexual women and restrictions on obtaining identity documents for...