Historical Events tagged with "lgbt_rights"
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WHO Removes Homosexuality from Psychiatric Disorders
The World Health Organization (WHO) made a significant decision to remove homosexuality from its International Classification of Diseases (ICD). This decision followed years of advocacy and activism from LGBTQ+ rights groups and was influenced by changing public attitudes toward sexuality. The meeting took place during the World Health Assembly, where representatives from member states discussed various health issues. The change reflected a broader recognition of LGBTQ+ rights and aimed to promote mental health and wellbeing for all, acknowledging that homosexuality is not a mental disorder.
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