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The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening anti-discrimination protections for all citizens, including those in the LGBTQ+ community. While maintaining its current position on same-sex marriage, the administration has expressed a willingness to support legislative reforms aimed at ensuring equal access to public services, free from prejudice based on sexual orientation (Department of Public Information).
This position was clarified during a recent press briefing, where it was confirmed that future reforms could include updates to laws in areas such as education, healthcare, and employment. These protections are expected to be included in the governing party’s upcoming election manifesto as part of a broader commitment to human rights and equality (Department of Public Information).
In recent years, civil society organisations have increased their advocacy for inclusive laws that protect LGBTQ+ individuals. Among these efforts is a push to address colonial-era legislation that criminalises same-sex intimacy, as well as calls for more socio-economic inclusion and protection from discrimination (Society Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination).
One such organisation recently released its own manifesto, outlining ten priority areas it believes political parties should address ahead of the 2025 General and Regional Elections. These include legal reforms, violence prevention, improved healthcare services, and equal access to employment and justice for LGBTQIA+ individuals (Society Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination).
At a town hall event hosted earlier this week, five of the six political parties contesting the upcoming elections shared their positions on LGBTQIA+ issues. The event was part of ongoing national consultations aimed at fostering inclusion, equal rights, and public accountability (Society Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination).
While the Government has made clear that it does not support legalising same-sex marriage, it has emphasised that no citizen should be denied opportunities or services based on their identity. Planned reforms are expected to focus on eliminating discrimination across sectors and increasing transparency and accountability within institutions such as law enforcement (Department of Public Information).
With increasing public dialogue and engagement from both civil society and political stakeholders, Guyana appears to be moving toward a more inclusive legal and social framework. The shift reflects growing recognition of the need to uphold the rights of all citizens in a democratic society (Department of Public Information; Society Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination).
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Government Signals Support for Stronger Anti-Discrimination Laws Protecting LGBTQ+ Citizens
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