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Laws limiting public LGBT expression (“propaganda”)

What this indicator measures

Shows whether national law limits the public expression of LGBT identities, for example through so-called “propaganda” or “public morality” laws.

How to read this?

“Restrictions provided for” means a national law limits this public expression.

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194countries with data
2025data year(s)

In brief

Laws limiting public LGBT expression (“propaganda”): 194 countries and territories covered. Breakdown: Restrictions provided by law : 43 ; No restrictions : 149 ; Varies by region : 2.

Why this indicator matters

Some laws limit the public expression of LGBT identities in the name of morality or the protection of minors. Comparing them shows where public speech on this subject is regulated by law.

What makes this indicator vary

These laws reflect public debates, religious and cultural traditions, and political choices. They can be introduced, amended or repealed depending on majorities and court decisions.

Reading precautions

The indicator describes national law, not its enforcement. The notion of propaganda is defined in varying ways, and some local or indirect restrictions may escape the classification. Updates take time.

Laws limiting public LGBT expression (“propaganda”)

Restrictions provided by law (43)

No restrictions (149)

Varies by region (2)

Frequently asked questions

Where does the "Laws limiting public LGBT expression (“propaganda”)" data come from?

It comes from Velasco, LGBTI National Policy Dataset (via Our World in Data). Site last updated: November 8, 2026. Each country is shown with the year of its most recent value.

What is called an LGBT “propaganda” law?

It is a law that limits or prohibits the spread of information or public expression about LGBT identities, often in the name of public morality or the protection of minors.

What does “varies by region” mean?

It means the law is not the same everywhere in the country: some regions apply these restrictions, others do not, according to their own legislation.

Source and update

Source : Velasco, LGBTI National Policy Dataset (via Our World in Data). Site last updated: November 8, 2026.

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