Dedicated to educating in respect and non-discrimination, the XVII Day against Homophobia and Transphobia in Cuba is celebrated in Cuba until May 18, under the motto “For all families, love is law.”
With headquarters in Havana and Mayabeque, the main activities will be on the challenges that persist on the path to the full exercise of the rights of lesbians, gays, trans, bisexuals, intersex and queers (LGTBIQ+), against which comprehensive education of sexuality is a decisive step.
The actions will emphasize raising awareness among the population regarding respect for family plurality, education in equality, non-discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, as well as the promotion of a legal culture around family law, indicates Cubadebate. .
For Dr. Mariela Castro Espín, director of Cenesex, the country has made progress that can be celebrated, such as having enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic and the Family Code the right of all people to build a family, based on relationships. of diverse affection, and to live with full dignity, without discrimination of any kind.
At the end of November 2023, 1,333 same-sex marriages had taken place in the country (806 between men and 527 between women), to which 85 de facto unions were added.
The gala for the day will take place in the Avellaneda Room of the National Theater, on May 9; while the now historic conga against homophobia and transphobia will take place on Saturday the 11th from 3rd Street. and Paseo, in El Vedado.
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