Quote

"States shall: A. review, amend and enact legislation to ensure the full enjoyment of the right to participate in public and political life and affairs, embracing all levels of government service and employment in public functions, including serving in the police and military, without discrimination on the basis of, and with full respect for, each person’s sexual orientation and gender identity. "

Document

ICJ: Yogyakarta Principles: Principles on the application of international human rights law in relation to sexual orientation and gender identity, prin. 25.A

Download Document

Yogyakarta Principles: Principles on the application of international human rights law in relation to sexual orientation and gender identity

English

Summaries

Everyone should have access, free from discrimination, to the public service of the country.