Ecuador: Court Affirms Adolescents’ Right to Gender Recognition
A recent ruling by Ecuador's Constitutional Court has been welcomed by Human Rights Watch. The court decided that people under 18 should not be automatically refused the right to modify their gender o
By Human Rights WatchMarch 12, 20261 min read
A recent ruling by Ecuador's Constitutional Court has been welcomed by Human Rights Watch. The court decided that people under 18 should not be automatically refused the right to modify their gender on identity documents. The ruling is seen as a victory for the rights of transgender youth. It acknowledges the importance of considering adolescents' individual circumstances and rights. Further details about the case and the ruling are available from Human Rights Watch, including the circumstances that led to the court's decision.
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