The European Commission released a recommendation on conversion practices in Brussels on Tuesday. However, this recommendation falls short of the demands of a citizens’ initiative that has gathered over one million signatures for a Europe-wide ban.
The citizens’ initiative calls for a comprehensive ban on these practices, which are described as “barbaric.” While the Commission has taken steps towards regulation, it has not called for the complete abolition as demanded by the initiative.
The discussion around conversion practices has gained significance in recent years, as more individuals highlight the psychological and physical harm caused by such practices. The citizens’ initiative aims to strengthen and protect the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals in the EU.
