Non-Conjugal Families in Portugal: A Lei da Economia Comum
By Marta Pena The concept of family is one constantly evolving. This is proved by the emergence of new and different forms of families, beyond their traditional understanding, challenging legal systems all over the world. Non-conjugal families, interdependent, committed relationships between two or more persons who do not have a sexual relationship, are only one of the examples deserving of greater attention and analysis, in order to redesign the contours and limits of familylaw. Despite the lack of recognition of these families, some legal systems are exploring this possibility, by granting them some benefits and rights. These are not comparable to the rights granted through marriage or de facto unions. Even so, the reciprocal benefit schemes in Colorado and Hawaii, the […]
Non-traditional Families: the tribulations of adopting children by LGBTQ+ couples in Portugal (and in the EU)
By Rafaela Lopes Article 9 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union states that everyone has the right to marry and to found a family. The same idea is also shared by the Treaty of the European Union (article 2º). So, if the European Union (EU) promotes these fundamental values, as well as […]
Hungary v. the EU: the fight for LGBTQ+ rights
This blog post will focus on the analysis of the Hungarian Act LXXIX and will discuss its incompatibility with EU law. Moreover, it will critically explore the legal procedures that the EU institutions have triggered to remedy Hungary’s breach of EU law.
LGBTIQ Equality Strategy 2020-2025
By Marta Pereira Cardoso Key words: LGBTIQ, Equality, Discrimination, Diversity, European Union 1. Introduction “Love is love”, “Be proud, be loud”, “It’s not just a phase”, “Born this gay”. Those were just some of the countless quotes painted on posters during this year’s LGBTI+ Pride March in Lisbon. The feeling of togetherness, freedom, safety, empowerment, and […]
The Present and Future of Trans Families in the EU: A case law analysis
The blog post explores the issue of trans parenthood by laying focus on the requirement of sterilisation.
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