Gay marriage aruba
Marriage equality comes to Aruba and Curaçao; South Korea sees progress on LGBTQ unions
The global push to recognize the rights of LGBTQ couples continued in separate parts of the world this month when the Dutch Supreme Court ordered the legalization of marriage equality in the Caribbean-based constituent countries of Aruba and Curaçao, while South Korea’s Supreme Court ruled in favor of health insurance coverage for same-sex couples.
The Dutch Supreme Court’s ruling affirmed a previous decision by the Joint Court of Justice of Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, and of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba. In December of , that court ruled that marriages between same-sex couples must be permitted in Aruba and Curaçao — and although Aruba and Curaçao subsequently appealed the decision, the Supreme Court rejected the appeal, according to the Curaçao Chronicle.
Prior to the latest decree, the governments of Aruba and Curaçao were already required to recognize marriages performed in the Netherlands as part of a national Dutch policy stipulating that same-sex marriages must be recognized across the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Now, though, LGBTQ marriages can be performed in Aruba and Cur
Aruba legalises same-sex marriage
Aruba is setting itself apart as an LGBTQ+ inclusive destination as one of only a small minority of Caribbean islands to legalise gay marriage. Olivia Palamountain reports
The Caribbean island of Aruba has taken a significant step towards equality by legalising same-sex marriage, following a ruling by the Supreme Court of the Netherlands on July 12,
This landmark ruling, which takes immediate influence, elevates Aruba's status as an LGBTQ+-friendly destination in the Caribbean region.
While Aruba has recognised registered gay partnerships since September , this new ruling grants same-sex couples the packed right to marry on the island.Ronella Croes, CEO of the Aruba Tourism Authority, says: “We are proud to be making significant strides in making the island of Aruba a more welcoming destination for LGBTQ+ travellers. The legalisation of same-sex marriage is an important victory for LGBTQ+ rights, and we are pleased that the small island of Aruba is paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive future – we are one of only a small minority of Caribbean islands that have passed this law”.Aruba's tourism industry has been actively workin
Dutch Supreme Court Allows Queer Marriage in Aruba and Curaçao
The Supreme Court of the Netherlands ruled that Aruba and Curaçao must allow lgbtq+ couples to marry, overturning an existing prohibition on the practice in those constituent countries.
Same-sex couples contain been able to wed in the Netherlands since , and since in Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba, three Caribbean municipalities under Dutch control.
But the practice was prohibited in Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten &#; three constituent countries of the Netherlands &#; although they were required to recognize the correctness of same-sex marriages performed in the other jurisdictions. Aruba also approved a registered partnership law for same-sex couples in
LGBTQ activists with the Fundacion Orguyo Aruba foundation in Aruba and the Human Rights Caribbean foundation in Curaçao challenged the existing prohibition on marriage equality in In December , the joint Court of Justice of Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, and of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba ruled that lgbtq+ marriages are legal in the two countries.
The governments of Aruba and Curaçao subsequently appealed, resulti
Love Finally Wins in Aruba
Bucuti & Tara has always believed in, supported, fought for and celebrated that Love is Love. And, now, Aruba has officially signed into law that same-sex marriages are finally legal, too.
“I Do” for all
July 12, , marks a historic moment for Aruba and the LGBTQ+ community. The ruling by the Supreme Court of the Netherlands now recognizes same-sex marriages are legally recognized in the constituent country of Aruba.
This monumental decision is a testament to progress and equality. At Bucuti & Tara, we assume that to find devotion is recognized as one of the most revered, human rights that every single person deserves without prejudice.
Bucuti & Tara has long been a observable, proud, active ally and advocate for the Gay community. The resort has been a longstanding, assigned member of the International Gay & Lesbian Journey Association (IGLTA) for decades, upholding TAG-approved standards that reflect our dedication to inclusive service and employment.
Achieving locally, supporting globally
This massive win for our minor island includes our encourage of the same distributed standards and respect we hope everyone can exposure
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