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The Legal Protections for LGBTQ+ Individuals under International Law

Quick fact

The Yogyakarta Principles, adopted in 2007 by human rights experts, are not a legally binding treaty, but they translate existing human rights law into 29 principles specifically addressing sexual orientation and gender identity, and have been cited by courts and the UN.

Why this is interesting

Most people assume international law directly protects LGBTQ+ rights, but the founding treaties never mention sexual orientation or gender identity. So how do activists and courts use them to win victories?