LGBTQ rights in Djibouti
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people in Djibouti face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBTQ residents. Although Djibouti does not explicitly criminalise homosexuality, LGBTQ persons still face stigmatization among the broader population. Legality of same-sex sexual activityThe legality of same-sex sexual activity is ambiguous in Djibouti. Although there is no law that mentions that same-sex sexual activity is legal or illegal, this doesn't prevent the authorities to prosecute the public display of same-sex sexual conduct under laws prohibiting attacks on “good morals".[1] Government opinionIn June 2011, the UN Human Rights Council passed a resolution against human rights violations based on sexual orientation and gender identity (IGLHRC 17 June 2011; Human Rights Brief 10 Nov. 2011). Sources indicate that Djibouti voted against the resolution (ibid.; IGLHRC 17 June 2011).[3] Living conditionsThe U.S. Department of State's 2015 Human Rights Report found that "there were no known reports of societal violence or discrimination based on sexual orientation. Societal norms did not allow for the public discussion of homosexuality, and persons did not openly acknowledge having a homosexual orientation."[1] Summary table
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