Men wearing hoodies disrupted June 29 event in Santiago
The proposed reform’s rejection represents a significant setback in the fight for nondiscrimination and equal rights in Chile
Activists throughout the region agree the elections offer a crucial opportunity to advance the inclusion and protection of LGBTQ+ rights
Felice Gorordo assumed role last year
Zamudio’s mother, Jacqueline Vera, said after the commission rejected López’s request, “we as a family are calmer”
Zamudio’s death in March 2012 sparked outrage across Chile & prompted lawmakers to pass a hate crimes & anti-discrimination bill
Advocacy group sent request to Education Minister Claudio Cataldo
Previous head of state signed marriage equality, gender identity laws
Advocacy group on Jan. 4 wrote letter to President Gabriel Boric
55.8 percent of voters opposed second draft
