12 Questions
What does the Act introduced by Senator Risa Hontiveros aim to prohibit?
Discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity or expression
Which group of individuals faces discrimination and inequality according to the text?
LGBTIQS community
What was one specific case of discrimination mentioned in the text?
Preventing blood donation based on sexual orientation
In what context were transwomen forced to appear masculine according to the text?
Before renewing their passports
What tactic was used by law enforcers to harass and extort from the LGBTIQS community according to the text?
Threatening with prosecution for Grave Scandal
How were gender non-conforming students affected by discrimination according to the text?
Bullying affecting their performance and access to education
What does the Act introduced by Senator Risa Hontiveros aim to prohibit?
Discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity
Why were some transwomen denied the right to express their gender identity?
Because of a government memorandum
What obstacle did gay men face in donating blood?
Government prohibition based on sexual orientation
How were law enforcers using Article 200 of the Revised Penal Code to intimidate the LGBTIQS community?
Threatening them with prosecution for Grave Scandal
How were gender non-conforming students affected by discrimination according to the text?
They faced bullying affecting their education
Why did some transwomen have to appear masculine before their passports could be renewed?
As a requirement imposed by government authorities
Explore the details of the Philippine Senate Bill No. 159 introduced by Senator Risa Hontiveros, which aims to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity or expression (SOGIE) and establish penalties for violations. The bill is part of efforts to address human rights issues related to SOGIE.
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