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The Icelandic parliament has unanimously passed a comprehensive conversion therapy ban, prohibiting the practice on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

Lawmakers approved the legislation with 53 yes votes and three abstentions. Under the law, anyone who forces a child to undergo conversion therapy can go to prison for up to five years, and anyone who tries to force an adult to go faces up to three years. In addition, those who actually administer conversion therapy could go to prison for up to two years.

What’s life like for LGBTQ people in Iceland?

What’s life like for LGBTQ people in Iceland? Let’s take a look at some of the key equality indicators.

Is homosexuality legal in Iceland?

Yes. Homosexuality was decriminalised in 1940.

The age-of-consent is 15, regardless of sexuality.

Are there anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people in Iceland?

Yes. comprehensive anti-discrimination protections have been in place since 1996.

Is there Marriage Equality in Iceland?

Yes. Same-sex relationships have been legally recognised since 1996.

Marriage Equality was officially adopted in 2010.

What’s life like for LGBTQ people in Iceland?

Iceland is generally seen as a progressive country that embraces LGBTQ equality.

While the island’s population is small, there is a vibrant and visible LGBTQ community.

Iceland promotes itself as a welcoming destination for LGBTQ tourism.