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U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica raises pride flag

Alejandro Zúñiga - June 8, 2021

The U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica has raised a rainbow flag in commemoration of Pride Month.

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One year ago today, Costa Rica legalized same-sex marriage

Alejandro Zúñiga - May 26, 2021

A year ago today, Costa Rica became the first country in Central America, seventh in Latin America and 29th worldwide to legalize same-sex marriage.

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Gay rights progress, but same-sex relations still a crime in 69 states: report

The Tico Times - December 16, 2020

Despite significant progress on gay rights around the world, dozens of countries still criminalise consensual same-sex activity.

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Central American LGBTI migrants find refuge in Costa Rica

The Tico Times - August 13, 2020

Costa Rica has adhered to the conventions that ensure respect for refugees and LGBTI people

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Picture of the Day: Midnight wedding welcomes age of marriage equality in Costa Rica

Alejandro Zúñiga - May 26, 2020

Moments after Costa Rica recognized marriage equality, Daritza Araya Arguedas, 24, and Alexandra Quirós Castillo, 29, became the first same-sex couple to marry in the Central American country.

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‘Costa Rica recognizes the rights you always deserved’: President Alvarado’s message on marriage equality

The Tico Times - May 26, 2020

Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado, who supported same-sex marriage during his candidacy and marched during the 2019 pride parade in San José, shared a lengthy message of support for marriage equality.

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