What's life like for LGBTQ people in Jordan?
Let’s take a look at some of the key equality indicators.
What’s life like for LGBTQ people in Jordan? Let’s take a look at some of the key equality indicators.
Is homosexuality legal in Jordan?
Yes. A change in the penal code in 1951 removed the prohibition on same-sex sexual activity.
However, LGBTQ people can still be prosecuted for “disrupting public morality” so it’s a bit of a confusing picture.
Honour killings – in which family members might murder someone for bringing shame on the family – are prohibited.
Are there anti-discrimination protections in place for LGBTQ people in Jordan?
No.
Is there Marriage Equality in Jordan?
No. There is no legal recognition of same-sex relationships.
What’s life like for LGBTQ people in Jordan?
Strategically located at the crossroads of Asia, Africa, and Europe, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is a constitutional monarchy, and a founding member of the Arab League. Its capital is the city of Amman.
Jordan is a socially conservative country. Media censorship frequently prohibits LGBTQ-related films or published material from being widely available.
LGBTQ people conceal their sexuality.
In the main city of Amman, there are some cafes that are considered to be gay-friendly.
