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There are an array of international policies that variously legitimize same-sex partnerships, and consequently same-sex family formations, through extending the rights of lesbians and gay men to marry or to live as a legally recognized couple. N. Naples (2007) outlines the different types of relationship policies that can be utilized by same-sex couples, beginning with registered partnerships or civil unions, which include substantively similar-or the same-rights as marriage.
Evolution of the InstitutionThe first national recognition of same-sex partnerships came in Denmark in 1989, allowing registered partnership, as opposed to “marriage.” More recently, sexuality has also been high on the United Kingdom (UK) legislative and policy agenda, with fresh legislation that explicitly addresses sexuality within the context of equality issues, including same-sex partnership (e.g., The Civil Partnership ...
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