Constitution of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana

Article 149(1) of the Constitution of Guyana prohibits discrimination on grounds that include sex, marital status and pregnancy. Sexual orientation, gender expression and gender identity are not listed grounds. Article 149F guarantees women equal rights and equal opportunities in all spheres of life. It includes equal access to education, employment, training, promotion and remuneration. Article 29 requires active measures to support women’s participation in public decision making. Article 34 calls for the removal of discriminatory distinctions in society. These provisions establish constitutional protection for women and gender based equality while leaving LGBTQ protections incomplete, as sexual orientation, gender expression and gender identity are not enumerated.

Topics

• Gender discrimination

Geographical location

• South America
• Guyana

Keywords

• constitutional rights
• gender equality
• equal protection

Year

• 1980

External URL

• Constitution of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana

Type

• Legislation

Jurisdiction

• Guyana