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ES If the parent of my children will not let me see them because of my sexual orientation, what can I do?
In this case it is advisable to go to the Family Commissioner's Office so that custody or visiting arrangements can be defined. According to the Constitutional Court "each of the parents has the right to maintain a stable and unconditional relationship with their children; and also has the right to develop their [...]
Do I have to report at work that I have a diverse family?
Reporting family composition is not an employment obligation, unless there are company policies regarding family ties. But if you want your partner, daughters, sons and sons to enjoy the social welfare benefits offered by your company, as well as maternity, paternity or bereavement leave, that your family should be able to take advantage of the [...]
If my same-sex partner's parent dies, can I apply for bereavement leave?
Yes, this leave is the right to share five days with your family in the event of the death of your spouse, permanent partner, parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, sons, daughters, grandsons, granddaughters, grandsons, granddaughters-in-law, fathers, mothers, grandfathers, grandfathers, grandmothers, brothers, sisters, sons, daughters, grandsons, granddaughters, granddaughters-in-law, fathers-in-law, mothers-in-law, mothers-in-law.
If I am the only person working for my partner and she is pregnant, can I be fired?
No worker may be dismissed on the grounds of pregnancy or breastfeeding. This protection is extended to their partner if he/she is the only one who has an employment relationship. Irrespective of the relationship between them or the sex of the partner. Note: additionally, in the case of benefits not contemplated in the law [...].
Can my boss make my sexual orientation or gender identity public?
No. The fact that the employer or contractor knows the sexual orientation or gender identity of his or her employee does not authorise him or her to make it public or to inform anyone about it without the respective consent. Abuse of information that becomes known about the private lives of the persons with whom you work [...].
What do I need to claim custody of a child, son or daughter?
In order to claim custody of a child, the basic document is the birth certificate. In addition, documents or witnesses must be presented to prove their suitability to take care of the child. It is also necessary, before the Family Judge, to provide a certificate of non-conciliation on custody issued by the entity before [...].
Can same-sex couples adopt children and adolescents in Colombia?
Yes, since 2015 same-sex couples can adopt in Colombia without any restrictions based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. To do so, they must apply as adoptive parents, on equal terms as a heterosexual couple, and follow the procedure established by the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare (Instituto Colombiano de Bienestar Familiar).
What types of adoption exist in Colombia?
The Childhood and Adolescence Code contemplates three types of adoption: Individual adoption is the option given to a person to adopt. Joint adoption is the power granted to single persons in a de facto marital union with an uninterrupted cohabitation of at least two years and spouses. [...]
What are the requirements for adoption?
The general requirements for adoption are: Be fully capable. Be 25 years of age or older. Demonstrate sufficient physical, mental, moral and social suitability to provide a suitable and stable family for a person under 18 years of age. Be at least 15 years older than the person under 18 years of age to be [...].
Can a single LGBTIQ+ person adopt a child?
Yes, the Childhood and Adolescence Code in Article 68 states that unmarried persons can adopt regardless of their sexual orientation. The Court established this in the case of Chandler Burr, a citizen of the United States, who adopted two siblings and the ICBF subsequently attempted to revoke the adoption. Subsequently, it found that the ICBF [...].
