TGEU Welcomes Swedish Parliament’s Historic Decision

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TGEU Welcomes Swedish Parliament’s Historic Decision

Sweden's Parliament approves compensation for forcibly sterilized trans individuals. The former gender recognition law required sterilization until 2013.

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Austrian Constitutional Court Paves the Way for Third Gender

Austrian Constitutional Court opens proceedings to repeal sex registration, supporting intersex rights. Historic step toward self-determination.

TGEU Submission to Scottish Consultation on ‘Gender Recognition Act 2004’

TGEU submitted feedback to the Scottish Government's public consultation on the Gender Recognition Act, welcoming the proposed 'self-declaration' procedure.

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International Women’s Day 2018: Robust Action Needed To Stop Violence Against Trans People

On International Women's Day, TGEU launches a policy brief urging concrete steps to stop violence against trans people.

February 23, 2018

Asylum Seekers’ Need for Trans-Specific Healthcare

Read TGEU information brief about trans-specific healthcare in reception conditions for asylum seekers

February 14, 2018

Hungary: Legal Gender Recognition Gets Legal Basis for the First Time

Read Transvanilla statement on Hungary's decree about legal gender recognition

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February 8, 2018

Diren CoşKun: Hunger Strike in Prison

Diren Coşkun, a trans woman and activist, is on her 15th day on hunger strike in the Tekirdağ prison in Turkey.

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January 31, 2018

The Yogyakarta Principles – How International Human Rights Protect LGBTI People

Explore the Yogyakarta Principles. Learn about their origin, content, and impact on LGBTI people human rights.

Group photo of the seven activists who met with representatives of the European Commission and members of the European Parliament.

January 30, 2018

How Being Pathologised Impacts our Lives – Trans Activists Talk to EU Institutions

7 activists share insights on advocating for trans rights during a study visit to EU institutions. Watch their experiences and learn about their impactful work.

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January 30, 2018

Key Policy Principles From ‘Oppression Squared: D/Deaf and Disabled Trans Experiences in Europe’

Download 'Oppression Squared', presenting the findings from our expert meeting of D/deaf and disabled trans & queer activists. Watch the webinar launch!

Nils Muiznieks addressing the participants of the 6th European Transgender Council

January 25, 2018

TGEU Thanks Nils Muižnieks, Outgoing Coe Commissioner for Human Rights

TGEU thanks outgoing Commissioner for Human Rights of the CoE Nils Muižnieks and congratulates Dunja Mijatovic on her election as the new Commissioner.

January 9, 2018

UK: Court of Appeal Overturns Decision Denying Trans Parent Contact With Children

Manchester's Court of Appeal reversed a decision denying a trans woman contact with her children, citing potential hostile reactions to her gender identity.