"Under the proposed measures, those accused of 'promoting' such ideas could face fines, community service, or up to 15 days of administrative detention."
"While homosexuality was decriminalised in Belarus in 1994 following the collapse of the Soviet Union, the country does not recognise same-sex relationships and offers no legal protections for LGBTQ+ people."
"Human rights organisations say conditions have worsened significantly in recent years, with LGBTQ+ groups reportedly forced to shut down and security forces conducting raids on private events."
"There are also growing concerns among transgender individuals that the legislation could restrict access to healthcare and legal recognition."
Belarusian lawmakers have passed a bill that introduces penalties for promoting homosexuality, gender transition, childlessness, and pedophilia. The legislation has cleared both chambers of parliament and is expected to be signed by President Alexander Lukashenko. Those accused of promoting these ideas could face fines, community service, or administrative detention. Although homosexuality was decriminalized in 1994, Belarus does not recognize same-sex relationships and lacks legal protections for LGBTQ+ individuals. Human rights conditions have deteriorated, with reports of LGBTQ+ groups being shut down and security forces targeting individuals.
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