"Conversion therapy, or more accurately known as conversion practices, incorporate various physically, emotionally and psychologically abusive methods to attempt to change someone's gender and/or sexuality. This can include berating or beating, being forced to pray as a form of healing, and "corrective rape". Initially, the New Social Contract, Christian Democrats and Farmer-Citizen Movement parties were opposed to the ban, preventing a majority on the legislation."
"Social-liberal Wieke Paulusma said following the vote that "love need never be cured". "This law protects vulnerable people from harmful practices that endanger their health and safety. This is a choice for freedom, equality and human dignity," Paulusma said, as quoted by CNE News. In a statement, the chair of LGBTQ+ group COC Nederland, Myrtille Danse, described the passage of the bill as a "victory". "You are perfect just the way you are; never let anyone tell you otherwise," Danse said."
The Dutch parliament voted to criminalise conversion therapy by making it punishable to 'systematically' and 'intrusively' attempt to change someone's gender or sexuality while excluding simple conversations such as religious guidance. Conversion practices can be physically, emotionally and psychologically abusive, including berating, beating, forced prayer and 'corrective rape'. Several parties initially opposed the ban, blocking a majority until the draft was narrowed. Supporters described the law as protecting vulnerable people, affirming freedom, equality and human dignity; opponents said the scope remains unclear and emphasized preserving space for conversations about identity and faith. The practice remains banned in more than two dozen countries; it is not banned in the UK.
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