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Civil Unions

A civil union, also referred to as a civil partnership, is a legally recognized form of partnership similar to marriage. Civil unions are not seen as a replacement for marriage by many in the gay community, and are commonly criticised as being “separate but equal.” Marriage equality advocates say civil unions segregate same-sex couples by forcing them to use a separate institution.

    • Don’t let Pope Francis’ nice words confuse you. The Church is still discriminating against us.
      Commentary

      Don’t let Pope Francis’ nice words confuse you. The Church is still discriminating against us.

      Some call the Pope’s acceptance of civil unions “revolutionary.” But his words far from absolve Francis and the Catholic Church from continuously restraining the human and civil rights of LGBTQ people.

      Sunday, October 25, 2020
    • Here’s your guide to understanding Taiwan’s Saturday marriage equality vote
      News (World)

      Here’s your guide to understanding Taiwan’s Saturday marriage equality vote

      We help you understand what they’re voting on, whether it’s likely to pass and what will happen next.

      Friday, November 23, 2018
    • Same-sex couples removed from booklet ahead of Pope’s visit to Ireland for family event
      News (World)

      Same-sex couples removed from booklet ahead of Pope’s visit to Ireland for family event

      Language in support of LGBT relationships was also removed, in a move that is drawing criticism from many, including a former president.

      Thursday, February 1, 2018
    • Court rejects straight couple’s discrimination claim over civil union rejection
      News (World)

      Court rejects straight couple’s discrimination claim over civil union rejection

      They say they and other couples face discrimination because only same-sex couples are eligible for civil partnerships.

      Tuesday, February 21, 2017
    • How once conservative Malta has leaped to the forefront on LGBTQ rights
      News (World)

      How once conservative Malta has leaped to the forefront on LGBTQ rights

      Until recently, the country had been a last bastion in western Europe of social norms largely dictated by the Catholic church.

      Friday, February 3, 2017
    • Illinois B&B owners who refused gay couple lose again in fight to discriminate
      News (USA)

      Illinois B&B owners who refused gay couple lose again in fight to discriminate

      A same-sex couple denied access to a bed and breakfast while planning their civil union ceremony has won another legal victory in a five-year discrimination case.

      Wednesday, November 30, 2016
    • Vatican condemns claim by priest that Italian earthquakes caused by civil unions
      News (World)

      Vatican condemns claim by priest that Italian earthquakes caused by civil unions

      The Vatican’s deputy secretary of state says the remarks were “scandalous,” “offensive,” and “pagan.”

      Monday, November 7, 2016
    • Austria will upgrade civil unions for gay couples, but won’t call it ‘marriage’
      News (World)

      Austria will upgrade civil unions for gay couples, but won’t call it ‘marriage’

      Partnerships would be registered where marriage records are kept and the spot for “last name” will be changed to “family name.”

      Wednesday, October 5, 2016
    • Two ex-nuns just got a civil union in Italy and the media went nuts
      News (World)

      Two ex-nuns just got a civil union in Italy and the media went nuts

      The women, one from southern Italy and the other of South American origins, fell in love while working at a rehabilitation center for drug addicts.

      Thursday, September 29, 2016
    • Man who helped lesbian kidnap child from ex-partner goes to trial
      News (USA)

      Man who helped lesbian kidnap child from ex-partner goes to trial

      Prosecutors allege he helped a woman and her daughter flee the country rather than share custody of the girl with the woman’s former partner.

      Monday, September 12, 2016
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