August 2014
Ecuador Criminalises Conversion Therapy as Aggravated Torture
International Legal
Ecuador's Organic Integral Penal Code established that conversion therapy constitutes aggravated torture, punishable by seven to ten years' imprisonment when committed with the intent to modify a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. The law was prompted by media reports revealing brutal practices in 'dehomosexualisation' clinics, leading over 100,000 people to sign a petition demanding government action.
Impact & Significance
Created the strongest criminal penalties for conversion therapy globally, classifying it as a form of torture and covering both sexual orientation and gender identity.
Reference Record
- Date
- August 2014
- Era
- 2010-2019
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