New Self -Determination Act: Simple gender entry in Hamburg

New Self -Determination Act: Simple gender entry in Hamburg

The publication of the new Self-Determination Act brings fundamental changes for the rights of transpensual, interlectory and non-binary people. This law has the potential to positively influence the reality of the life of many affected people and to enable them more self -determination.

Effects on the community

The new law has already led to an increase in inquiries at the Hamburg registry offices. Before the law came into force on November 1, around 100 inquiries were submitted to the change in the gender entry by the end of July. This shows that there is a great interest in the new regulations and that many people are pushing for a change in their lives.

The basics of the new law

The greatest innovation of the law is the simplification of the process to change the gender entry and first name. From November 1st, an “explanation with self -insurance” at the registry office is sufficient to make these changes. So far, a lengthy judicial process was necessary, which was often perceived as humiliating and discriminatory.

It is important to know that a change of name is only possible in connection with the change in the gender entry. In a way, this detail ensures discussions among those affected.

Criticism and obstacles

Although many welcome the law as significant progress, there are also critical voices. Some of them, such as Saskia and Christian from the “Confident Trans” project of the Magnus Hirschfeld Center, say that the law does not go far enough. They criticize the presence of trans hostile narratives, while other associations, including the German women's council, criticize paragraph 6 that could potentially allow discriminatory measures.

In addition, there is resistance to the three -month waiting period between registration and the explanation as well as the compulsion to change gender entrance and first names at the same time. These aspects could represent considerable barriers in the personal life of the affected.

Advice and support

For those who are looking for support, the Magnus Hirschfeld-Center in Winterhude offers extensive advice for queer people. There are experts there to be at the side of both those who are in a thieving and their relatives and provide information and help.

Future view

The way to complete equality has not yet been completed. However, the Self-Determination Act represents a significant step in the right direction. The relief and the creation of a respectful framework for the concerns of trans, inter-sex and non-binary persons are important for the entire society, because they not only promote self-determination, but also contribute to the dash.

The further developments in the Self -Determination Act are pursued with great interest, especially how it is assumed in practice and what effects it has on the community.

- Nag