Spain to punish fake conversion therapy.
Spain has made it illegal to try to change someone's sexual orientation. Three people were tortured in an attempt to do this. The law was passed during Pride Month.
The Spanish Congress passed a law to stop ‘fake conversion therapies’ that harm LGBTQI+ people. The United Nations considers these practices to be ‘torture’. The law was supported by most political parties. It was created to protect people who are vulnerable. This action is related to practices that were common during a time in Spain’s history.
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Highlights
Illegal Conversion Therapy Ban
Spain has made it illegal to perform ‘conversion therapy’ practices.
Criminal Penalties for ‘Fake Therapies’
The law will punish those who perform ‘fake conversion therapies’ with up to two years in prison.
UN Condemns Practices as Torture
The UN describes ‘conversion therapies’ as ‘torture’.
Support Across Political Parties
The law passed with support from almost all political parties.
Protection of LGBTQI+ Rights
The legislation aims to protect vulnerable LGBTQI+ individuals.