Valentina and Daniela, a same-sex couple from Italy, faced a legal battle after the birth of their daughter, Caterina, who was conceived through medically assisted reproduction. Despite having her birth certificate confirm both mothers, a challenge from the Padua public prosecutor’s office threw Caterina and 36 other children of same-sex couples into legal limbo. The far-right government raised concerns for LGBTQ+ rights and the stability of same-sex parent families, making them political targets.
Victories … and yet more appeals
A directive targeted to exclude same-sex parents from birth certificates led to a legal struggle in Padua, affecting numerous families. Thanks to efforts from LGBTQ+ rights advocates, victories were achieved in court battles, with appeals against the invalidation of birth certificates being dismissed. The fight for recognition and equality continues for same-sex couples in Italy.
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