In 1991, there were 37 recorded legal changes made affecting LGBT people. In the previous year, there were 20 changes made and 55 in the following year. A total of 407 legal changes were made in the 1990s.
- December 25Serving openly in military becomes don't ask, don't tell.Only 22 countries allow trans service, Kyrgyzstan is not one of them
- LGBT discrimination becomes no protections.There are no discrimination laws for sexual orientation and gender identities. The date shown is that of the foundation of the country.
- December 23
- December 18
- December 16Censorship of LGBT issues becomes no censorship.There used to be no laws restricting the discussion or promotion of the LGBTQ+ related topics. The earliest case of censorship known in this country was when the government announced a n animated movie ban in 2022 due to a one-second scene showing a same-sex kiss
- Same-sex marriage becomes unrecognized.Though not banned constitutionally, neither same-sex marriage nor civil unions are legal. Source listed is the Family Code
- December 12
- OctoberHomosexual activity becomes legal.Consensual homosexual intercourse between men has been decriminalized nationwide since 1991.
- Homosexual activity becomes legal.Consensual homosexual intercourse between men has been decriminalized nationwide since 1991.
- Homosexual activity becomes legal.Consensual homosexual intercourse between men has been decriminalized nationwide since 1991.
- Homosexual activity becomes legal.In 1991, Parliament of Bosnia and Herzegovina repealed paragraph 2 of article 93 of Criminal Code and thus decriminalized male homosexuality.
- August 25
- LGBT discrimination becomes no protections.Even though article 22 states all citizens are equal, sexual orientations and gender identities are not included in the forms of discriminations covered.
- July 12LGBT employment discrimination becomes no protections.No protection is granted as homosexuality still carries a death sentence.
- LGBT discrimination becomes no protections.Homosexuality is illegal in Mauritania. As such, date provided is the date where the most recent version of the constitution came into effect.
- Same-sex marriage becomes banned.Article 46 of The Constitution of Bulgaria (1991) defines marriage as a “free union between a man and a woman.” Bulgaria has recognized one gay marriage because of a court ruling, and only one being recognized does not mean they recognize foreign gay marriages.
- June 21Homosexual activity becomes legal.Homosexual acts were not mentioned anymore in the revision of the Penal Code of 1991. Therefore the age of consent was lowered to 16 years old for all consenting sexual intercourse.
- June 11LGBT housing discrimination becomes ambiguous.Some protection under Article 23 of the Constitution.
- Same-sex marriage becomes banned.Marriage in Burkina Faso is defined as between a man and a woman. Article 23 of the country's constitution of 1991 states: "Marriage is founded on the free consent of the man and of the woman. All discrimination founded on race, colour, religion, ethnicity, caste, social origin, or fortune is forbidden in the matter of marriage."
- April 3
- April 1Homosexual activity becomes male illegal, female uncertain.Article 354 of the Federal Penal Code could be Imprisonment,fines, floggings,and deportation for foreigners In Abu Dhabi Article 80 of the Penal Code punishable by imprisonment of up to 14 years. In Dubai Article 177 of the Penal Code imposes imprisonment of up to 10 years . Not enforced .If you a travelers or foreigner you will be in jail followed by deportation or directed deportation
- February 1
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- January 1
- Serving openly in military becomes lesbians, gays, bisexuals permitted, transgender people banned.Legal for LGB people, but not transgender people.
- (date unknown)
- Homosexual activity becomes legal.
LGBT Organizations Founded in 1991
- Fairness CampaignThe Fairness Campaign seeks to dismantle oppression and build an inclusive community where all individuals are valued and empowered to reach their full potential. The…
- Equality Illinois
The mission of Equality Illinois is to secure, protect and defend equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in Illinois.- Switchboard Victoria
Switchboard Victoria is a community-based not for profit organisation that provides a peer based, volunteer run support service for LGBTQI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender…- OUTSaskatoon
OUTSaskatoon builds community for LGBTQ2S+ people of all ages and backgrounds. We provide peer support and counselling, queer-specific education and resources, outreach, social…- Movimiento de Integración y Liberación Homosexual (Movilh)
- Equality Illinois