Conversion therapies:
Perpetrators, methods and negative experiences
The visualization shows data from a global survey conducted by the LGBT Foundation and Hornet Gay Social Network on +8.000 LGBTQ+ individuals’ exposure to conversion therapy. It highlights the perpetrators, methods employed, and its negative effects experienced based on survey responses.
Source: Madrigal-Borloz, Victor. 2020. Review of A/HRC/44/53: Practices of So-Called “Conversion Therapy” - Report of the Independent Expert on Protection against Violence and Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. Edited by United Nations Human Rights Council. https://www.ohchr.org.
A project by Christopher Salas.
The methods
The effects
The perpetrators
The data reveals a predominant role of mental health professionals—both public and private—as the primary practitioners of conversion therapy around the globe, followed closely by religious authorities and their affiliates. The survey indicates that almost 9% of therapies involved school and state personnel, posing an alarming risk to LGBTQ+ youth. The visualization exposes the diverse range of actors perpetuating conversion therapy, highlighting the urgent need for action to protect these vulnerable communities.
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