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Redefining Lgbtq And Abortion Rights In Latin America: A Transnational Toolkit, Alyssa Julian
Redefining Lgbtq And Abortion Rights In Latin America: A Transnational Toolkit, Alyssa Julian
Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law
Throughout Latin America, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer (LGBTQ) and abortion rights movements have progressed at divergent strengths and speeds, with significant variation among countries. The region is home to some of the most restrictive and discriminatory laws when it comes to these contentious issues. This Note explores some of the reasons behind the variation in LGBTQ and abortion rights throughout the region.
This Note traces the economic and political history of Latin America to illustrate the climate in which these social movements are operating. Further, this Note offers a brief snapshot of recent global developments in LGBTQ …