Orientación sexual e identidad de género en la legislación ecuatoriana

Abstract

Introduction: The manifestations of sexuality begin not only in biological development but also, socioculturally influenced. According to the WHO, all people have the right to decide freely and responsibly about their sexuality. However, in some countries some of these statutes are violated, in certain people, due to their sexual choice, facing social stigma, discrimination and violence. Objective: To analyze the Ecuadorian legislation in aspects related to sexual orientation and gender identity, through the systematic review of scientific articles in context; for the adequate application of the same and to achieve their equitable social inclusion, respecting their human dignity. Methods: Systematic literature search strategy, in electronic databases that include PubMed, Scielo, among others, updated in the last five years. Conclusions: The evidence shows that in Ecuadorian legislation there are several articles that support non-discrimination of gender identities, promoting their social inclusion, and respecting their human integrity. Recommendations: Take into account that in art.68 it reflects that adoption is appropriate only for couples of different sex, in this way it violates the right of art. 67 which recognizes and protects the various types of families constituted by established laws.