Intersex human rights

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Intersex human rights refers to the specific rights and protections afforded to intersex individuals. Intersex people are those who do not fit typical binary notions of male or female bodies. They face numerous human rights issues, including discrimination, stigma, and violence.

Definition

Intersex is a term used to describe a variety of physical conditions in which an individual's reproductive or sexual anatomy does not fit typical definitions of female or male. This can include differences in chromosome patterns, gonads, or genitals.

Human Rights Issues

Intersex individuals face a range of human rights issues. These include:

  • Discrimination: Intersex people often face discrimination in various aspects of life, including employment, education, and healthcare. This can result in reduced opportunities and poorer health outcomes.
  • Violence: Intersex individuals are at increased risk of violence, including physical, sexual, and psychological violence, due to their perceived difference.
  • Medical Ethics: Many intersex people are subjected to unnecessary and harmful medical interventions in an attempt to 'normalise' their bodies. These interventions can have lifelong physical and psychological impacts.

Legal Protections

There are a number of legal protections in place for intersex individuals. These include laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex characteristics, and laws protecting the right to bodily integrity and personal autonomy. However, these protections vary widely from country to country.

Advocacy

There are numerous organizations worldwide that advocate for the rights of intersex individuals. These include the Organisation Intersex International (OII), InterACT, and Intersex Human Rights Australia.

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