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| Region | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Issue | Gender-affirming care |
| Status | Restricted |
| Start Date | (unknown) |
| End Date | (none) |
| Description | In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), there are no specific laws regulating gender-affirming care. Access to such care may be limited due to various factors, including societal stigma, lack of awareness among healthcare providers, and limited resources within the healthcare system. Additionally, there may be a lack of specific legal protections or regulations regarding gender-affirming treatments or procedures. As a result, individuals seeking gender-affirming care in the DRC may face challenges in accessing appropriate and comprehensive healthcare services. |
| Sources | https://queerintheworld.com/lgbt-rights-in-congo/ |
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| Status | Restricted |
| Start Date | (unknown) |
| End Date | (none) |
| Description | In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), there are no specific laws regulating gender-affirming care. Access to such care may be limited due to various factors, including societal stigma, lack of awareness among healthcare providers, and limited resources within the healthcare system. Additionally, there may be a lack of specific legal protections or regulations regarding gender-affirming treatments or procedures. As a result, individuals seeking gender-affirming care in the DRC may face challenges in accessing appropriate and comprehensive healthcare services. |
| Sources | https://queerintheworld.com/lgbt-rights-in-congo/ |