Czech court abolishes mandatory surgery requirement for legal gender change
In a landmark decision, the Constitutional Court ruled that mandating surgery and sterilization for official gender changes violates human dignity.
Czech president signs law granting same-sex couples more rights – but not marriage
Under the new law, same-sex civil partnerships will have more of the rights that traditional marriages do, although rules on child adoption will differ.
Amnesty International: Czechia still discriminates against Ukrainians, LGBTQ+ people, Roma
An annual report also condemned the country's incidence rate of gender-based violence as well as irresponsible arms transfers to Asian countries.
Czech education minister says that LGBTQ+ teaching belongs in Czech schools
During a debate on the reform of Czechia's curriculum, Mikuláš Bek drew parallels between learning about sexual minorities and women's rights.
'A sad day for equality': Czechia grants same-sex couples partnership rights, limited adoption
Lawmakers have approved an amendment permitting same-sex couples to enter partnerships, but not marriage.
EXPLAINED: Why Czechia still won't allow same-sex couples to marry
Ahead of this week's historic vote, we look at why the Czech Republic remains divided on the issue of gay marriage.
Most Czechs say same-sex marriage law won't negatively impact daily lives
The findings come from a poll released ahead of a second reading of the same-sex marriage bill in the lower house of parliament on Wednesday.
Czech society divided on same-sex rights as marriage-for-all debate stalls
Same-sex marriage and adoption are still illegal in Czechia, meaning that gay couples are deprived of the same rights as heterosexual couples.
Attacks on Czech LGBTQ+ community rise amid calls to boost legal protection
Multiple non-governmental organizations are calling on the country to adopt stricter laws that would better protect the LGBTQ+ community.
Czech law fails to protect vulnerable groups against hate crimes
An open letter accuses the government of not protecting certain demographics in Czechia – such as LGBTQ people – from discrimination-based violence.
More people changing genders in Czechia, but hurdles remain
Greater tolerance and information are likely behind the rise in Czech gender reassignments, but the obligation to get castrated repels many.
Debate on gender-neutral toilets in Czech schools heats up in parliament
Politicians have been debating for months an end to the requirement to have separate toilets in state schools.
Large global corporations call on Czech PM to accept same-sex marriage
In a planned open letter to the Czech government, chief executives of the companies will highlight the benefits of same-sex marriage for the economy.
Prague 2 gets new queer street art exhibition promoting inclusion
This is one of several projects of the Prague! organization, which aims to change public perceptions through street art.
PHOTO GALLERY: Prague turns rainbow-colored as thousands celebrate Prague Pride 2023
Tens of thousands of people congregated in the center of Prague and headed to Letná Park for the 13th edition of Prague Pride.
Marriage versus registered partnerships in Czechia: What are the key differences?
While on the surface they might sound like almost the same thing, there are crucial issues that make marriage preferable for same-sex couples.
City Council offers full support for Prague Pride following controversy
In a time-honored manner, rainbow flags will fly across the city and the Petřín Tower will light up in rainbow colors.