Entry #1906: LGBT discrimination in Costa Rica

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RegionCosta Rica
IssueLGBT discrimination
StatusIllegal in some contexts
Start DateMay 17, 2015
End Date(none)
DescriptionIn addition to the existing HIV/AIDS law, public workers are now also protected. Within federal agencies, same sex partnerships are also required to be recognized as a family when requesting time off for spousal medical emergencies.
Sourceshttp://www.ticotimes.net/2015/05/17/costa-rica-punish-public-workers-lgbt-discrimination
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  • Status is not correct "Discrimination directed to the LGBT community is illegal in every aspect. Discrimination has been illegal since 1998."


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In addition to the existing HIV/AIDS law, public workers are now also protected. Within federal agencies, same sex partnerships are also required to be recognized as a family when requesting time off for spousal medical emergencies.

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StatusIllegal in some contexts
Start DateMay 17, 2015
End Date(none)
DescriptionIn addition to the existing HIV/AIDS law, public workers are now also protected.
Sourceshttp://www.ticotimes.net/2015/05/17/costa-rica-punish-public-workers-lgbt-discrimination