"These so-called conversion practices or therapies are not only harmful, they are a profound violation of human dignity and fundamental rights."
"Let us be absolutely clear: there is nothing to fix or cure. What needs to change is not people, but the systems, attitudes, and structures that deny them their dignity."
The European Parliament has approved a proposed EU-wide ban on conversion therapy, marking a significant advancement for LGBTQ+ rights. This decision follows a petition with over 1.2 million signatures advocating for the ban. The European Economic and Social Committee emphasized the need for stronger enforcement of the LGBTIQ+ Equality Strategy 2026-2030. Conversion therapy, which aims to change sexual orientation or gender identity, is already banned in seven EU countries and is widely regarded as harmful by medical organizations.
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