LGBT rights in Djibouti
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in Djibouti face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents. Although Djibouti does not explicitly criminalise homosexuality, LGBT persons still face stigmatization among the broader population.
LGBT rights in Djibouti | |
|---|---|
| Status | Legal[1] |
| Gender identity | No |
| Military | No |
| Discrimination protections | None[2] |
| Family rights | |
| Recognition of relationships | No |
| Adoption | No |
Legality of same-sex sexual activity
The legality of same-sex sexual activity is ambiguous in Djibouti. Although there is no law that mentions that same-sex sexual activity is legal or illegal, this doesn't prevent the authorities to prosecute the public display of same-sex sexual conduct under laws prohibiting attacks on “good morals".[1]
Government opinion
In June 2011, the UN Human Rights Council passed a resolution against human rights violations based on sexual orientation and gender identity (IGLHRC 17 June 2011; Human Rights Brief 10 Nov. 2011). Sources indicate that Djibouti voted against the resolution (ibid.; IGLHRC 17 June 2011).[3]
Living conditions
The U.S. Department of State's 2015 Human Rights Report found that "there were no known reports of societal violence or discrimination based on sexual orientation. Societal norms did not allow for the public discussion of homosexuality, and persons did not openly acknowledge having a homosexual orientation."[1]
Summary table
| Equal age of consent | (Always equal) |
| Anti-discrimination laws in hate speech and violence | |
| Anti-discrimination laws in employment | |
| Anti-discrimination laws in the provision of goods and services | |
| Same-sex marriage | |
| Recognition of same-sex couples | |
| Step-child adoption by same-sex couples | |
| Joint adoption by same-sex couples | |
| Gays and lesbians allowed to serve openly in the military | |
| Right to change legal gender | |
| Access to IVF for lesbians | |
| Commercial surrogacy for gay male couples | |
| MSMs allowed to donate blood |
References
- "DJIBOUTI 2015 Human Rights Report" (PDF).
- "DJIBOUTI" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 14 May 2011.
- "Djibouti: Treatment of sexual minorities, including legislation, state protection, and support services (2009-March 2012)". Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada. 2009–2012. Archived from the original on 6 December 2021.