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Hate crime & hate speech

This policy domain focuses on laws and policies that combat hate crimes and hate speech targeting 2SLGBTQI people. It assesses whether there are legal mechanisms in place to prosecute those who commit violent acts or use hate speech against 2SLGBTQI individuals.

Please note that this policy domain is only applicable at the federal level. This domain includes laws and policies that explicitly address hate crime and hate speech related to gender and sexual orientation. Policy outlining national strategies for addressing hate crimes and speech are also taken into account.