LGBT rights in Suriname
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people in Suriname may face legal challenges not experienced by non-LGBT residents. Both male and female expressions of same-sex sexual activity are legal in Suriname. Since 2015, hate speech and discrimination in employment and the provision of goods and services on the basis of sexual orientation has been banned in the country. Same-sex marriage and civil unions are not recognised by law. Nevertheless, Suriname is legally bound to the January 2018 Inter-American Court of Human Rights ruling, which held that same-sex marriage is a human right protected by the American Convention on Human Rights.
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Suriname | |
| Status | Legal since 1869, but the age of consent isn't equal |
| Gender identity | Gender change is allowed. Court order required. |
| Military | No |
| Discrimination protections | Yes, sexual orientation protections (see below) |
| Family rights | |
| Recognition of relationships | No recognition of same-sex couples |
| Adoption | No |
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While homosexuality tends to be viewed as a taboo topic, the situation and attitudes have slowly changed in recent years.