Events tagged with "partnerships"

Historical Events tagged with "partnerships"

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Denmark's Legalization of Same-Sex Partnerships

October 1st, 1989 35 years ago

Denmark became the first country to legally recognize same-sex registered partnerships, marking a significant step toward LGBTQ+ rights. On October 1, 1989, the Danish parliament passed an act that provided same-sex couples with many of the same rights and responsibilities as heterosexual couples, including inheritance rights and social security. This groundbreaking legislation made Denmark a pioneer in the movement for equal rights for LGBTQ+ individuals globally.