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Cases involving couples who want to marry abroad or have already done so.Cases involving families with same-sex parents and protecting their children.Cases of discrimination against your family (partner or children).

General module Gender and sexuality are culture This experiential class explores how gender and sexuality are cultural constructs, addressing their implications in everyday life, prejudice, stereotypes and the dynamics of cultural change. Instructor: Ricardo Jiménez Affirmative approach for professionals This class offers an introduction to the affirmative approach in caring for LGBTIQ+ people. It covers its foundations, its relationship with human rights, the minority stress model, and promotes self-reflection on biases and professional practices. Instructor: Rodrigo Flores Feminism and gender. Currents and key debates This class offers a critical introduction to the main currents of feminism and contemporary debates on gender. It covers topics such as historical inequality, patriarchy, the waves of feminism, gender-based violence, anti-rights discourse and emerging movements, with an emphasis on the Latin American context. Instructor: Lucía Alvites Sexual diversity for professionals: moving beyond dualisms, diverse configurations and interdisciplinary understanding This class presents new scientific perspectives on sex characteristics, gender identity and sexual orientation. It covers key concepts from genetics, neuroscience, psychology and gender studies, dispelling myths and promoting an informed, inclusive understanding of human diversity. Instructor: Alex Hernández Masculinities and diversity This class covers the historical and theoretical development of masculinity studies, including their links to the LGBTIQ+ population. It reviews approaches from male liberation, the psychoanalytic paradigm, hegemonic masculinity and intersectional perspectives, with an emphasis on the Latin American and Peruvian context. Instructor: Juan Carlos Callirgos History of the LGTBIQ+ movement in Peru This class offers a historical and critical look at sexual and gender dissidences in Peru. Through presentations, reflection and participation in forums, it reviews historical representations, the origins of the LGTBIQ+ movement, the genealogy of its demands, internal tensions and current challenges. Instructor: André Mere Gender and the intersectional and decolonial approach Instructor: Karina Ochoa Format: Live class Date: Friday, November 28 - 7:30 PM Human rights, gender and sexuality Instructor: María Ysabel Cedano Format: Live class Date: Friday, December 5 - 7:30 PM Facilitation of New Masculinities and sexual diversity Instructor: Christian Martinez Format: Live class Date: Wednesday, December 10 - 7:30 PM Specialized module International Human Rights Law and protection for LGBTIQ+ people Exploring the international legal framework is relevant and important, especially in the current social and political context. This class reviews, identifies and examines the main international instruments addressing non-discrimination and equality for LGTBIQ+ people, in order to analyze and promote an active role within our legal practice. Instructor: Karen Anaya Peruvian Constitutional Law and judicial defense of sexually diverse people The Peruvian Constitution is key. There are important tools for the judicial defense of the rights of LGTBIQ+ people. This session identifies the elements needed to build an effective, transformative constitutional strategy, reviewing a solid theoretical framework, best practices and ethical dilemmas in strategic litigation. Instructor: Brenda Álvarez Consumer discrimination against diverse people Discrimination in the consumer sphere affects sexually diverse people, violating their rights as consumers and citizens. Drawing on an analysis of national standards, case law, a detailed review of the "Olivera v. Peru" case, and recommendations, the class examines how these exclusionary practices manifest and what legal mechanisms exist to report and prevent them across all consumer relationships. Instructor: Rodrigo Delgado Right to identity and modification of records Protecting the right to identity supports a dignified life free of discrimination. This session examines the dynamic dimension related to gender identity and the possibility of modifying registry records such as name and sex. It explores the regulatory framework, case law, experiences and recommendations for supporting gender-diverse people in achieving legal recognition consistent with their identity. Instructor: Fhran Medina Family law and addressing discrimination from an affirmative approach The state protects the family, yet there are family relationships and bonds in diverse forms that require continuing to demand equality and protection of their rights. Taking a dynamic approach, this class covers concepts of constitutional protection, protection of children, stereotypes as a foundation for violence and discrimination, among other tools for a more inclusive legal practice grounded in a human, transformative perspective. Instructor: Bruno Fernández de Córdova The United Nations System: Opportunities and Challenges It is possible to influence the global system in order to bring about change. This class offers an accessible look at how the United Nations System works, its key bodies and protection mechanisms. It explores concrete opportunities and analyzes the landscape of this system amid a political and social context marked by the rise of anti-rights discourse. It highlights challenges and common ground, bringing international frameworks closer through relevant and necessary legal advocacy work. Instructor: Zuleika Rivera Person-centered approach: Experiences in litigation, communication, and protagonists. Instructor: Christian Olivera and Diego Quesada Nicoli Format: Live class Date: Monday, January 12, 2026 - 7:30 PM

We know it's hard to find mental health professionals who can provide you with proper, discrimination-free care when you're an LGBTIQ+ person. On top of that, money is often an obstacle.​That's why we came up with the idea of offering a service that lets us connect with you, find out what's going on, help you however we can, and, if needed, refer you to mental health professionals who can provide you with proper care within your ability to pay.​Rainbow Emotional First-Aid Kit is a service we offer free of charge, staffed by volunteer psychologists from Más Igualdad.

Not sure how to register a co-ownership with your same-sex partner?Want to ask about inheritance or family ties?Want to get insurance together with your partner?

Psychological counseling is a process that helps you understand the things that are happening or the problems you might be facing, so that you can explore possible solutions, get to know yourself better, and identify the resources you have to cope with whatever is affecting your wellbeing. It differs from psychotherapy in that it does not address more complex psychological issues.

General module (available from August 15) Gender and sexuality are culture This experiential class explores how gender and sexuality are cultural constructs, addressing their implications in everyday life, prejudice, stereotypes and the dynamics of cultural change. Instructor: Ricardo Jiménez Affirmative approach for professionals This class offers an introduction to the affirmative approach in caring for LGBTIQ+ people. It covers its foundations, its relationship with human rights, the minority stress model, and promotes self-reflection on biases and professional practices. Instructor: Rodrigo Flores Feminism and gender. Currents and key debates This class offers a critical introduction to the main currents of feminism and contemporary debates on gender. It covers topics such as historical inequality, patriarchy, the waves of feminism, gender-based violence, anti-rights discourse and emerging movements, with an emphasis on the Latin American context. Instructor: Lucía Alvites Sexual diversity for professionals: moving beyond dualisms, diverse configurations and interdisciplinary understanding This class presents new scientific perspectives on sex characteristics, gender identity and sexual orientation. It covers key concepts from genetics, neuroscience, psychology and gender studies, dispelling myths and promoting an informed, inclusive understanding of human diversity. Instructor: Alex Hernández Masculinities and diversity This class covers the historical and theoretical development of masculinity studies, including their links to the LGBTIQ+ population. It reviews approaches from male liberation, the psychoanalytic paradigm, hegemonic masculinity and intersectional perspectives, with an emphasis on the Latin American and Peruvian context. Instructor: Juan Carlos Callirgos History of the LGTBIQ+ movement in Peru This class offers a historical and critical look at sexual and gender dissidences in Peru. Through presentations, reflection and participation in forums, it reviews historical representations, the origins of the LGTBIQ+ movement, the genealogy of its demands, internal tensions and current challenges. Instructor: André Mere Gender and the intersectional and decolonial approach Instructor: Karina Ochoa Format: Live class Date: Friday, November 28 - 7:30 PM Human rights, gender and sexuality Instructor: María Ysabel Cedano Format: Live class Date: Friday, December 5 - 7:30 PM Facilitation of New Masculinities and sexual diversity Instructor: Christian Martinez Format: Live class Date: Wednesday, December 10 - 7:30 PMSpecialized module (classes will be uploaded progressively through October)Mental health and affirmative care for trans and non-binary people This class covers the main mental health challenges faced by trans and non-binary people in Peru. Through an affirmative, rights-based approach, it explores concepts such as gender dysphoria, body image, and the applied ecological model, along with guidelines for respectful, inclusive professional care. Instructor: Lucas Garcés Preparing reports for the hormonal treatment, surgery or name change of trans and non-binary people This class develops ethical and technical skills for writing affirmative psychological reports for trans and non-binary people. Through theoretical foundations, international recommendations and institutional best practices, it promotes respect for gender identity, depathologization, and dignified access to rights. Instructor: Daniel Quiroz Trauma-informed approach and suicide prevention for LGTBIQ+ people. This class addresses the link between trauma and suicide risk among LGTBIQA+ people, from a trauma-informed and affirmative perspective. It analyzes individual, family and sociocultural risk factors, as well as clinical, community and educational intervention strategies for suicide prevention. Instructor: Álvaro Valdivia Guidance for caregivers of LGTBIQ+ children and adolescents This class provides tools for caregivers to support LGBTIQ+ children and adolescents in an affirmative, respectful and informed way. It covers key concepts about identity and orientation, rights, everyday challenges, guidelines for comprehensive care, and strategies for strengthening family support. Instructor: Nich Vilca Relationship diversity, violence and care guidelines This class addresses relationship diversity and romantic/sexual bonds from an inclusive, affirmative perspective. It analyzes forms of intragender violence and provides practical tools for psychological and community-based care, promoting interventions that are respectful, contextualized and centered on consent and communication. Instructor: Valeria Aguilar Risk and harm reduction in psychoactive substance use This class strengthens the skills of health professionals to address substance use within the LGBTIQ+ population from an affirmative, intersectional and risk-reduction approach. It reviews theoretical foundations, practical strategies, community experiences and local challenges, promoting ethical, non-pathologizing, human-rights-centered care. Instructor: Gonzalo Meneses What CHEMSEX is and how to support cases of problematic use This class addresses the phenomenon of chemsex — the sexualized use of psychoactive substances — from an affirmative, public health perspective. It explores its physical, mental and social implications, especially within the LGBTIQ+ population, and presents practical tools for risk reduction before, during and after use. Instructor: Joel Araníbar Introduction to psychopharmacology and diversity This class offers a practical introduction to psychopharmacology aimed at psychologists working with the LGTBIQ+ population. It covers common mental health conditions, interactions between psychiatric medications and treatments such as hormone therapy or ART, as well as ethical recommendations regarding self-medication. Instructor: Bruno Noriega New perspectives on HIV and other STIs Instructor: Sergio Mamani Format: Live class Date: Friday, January 30, 2026 - 7:30pm

Are you experiencing violence from your family?Not sure whether your situation qualifies as violence under the law?Want to know what options are available to you?

General module Gender and sexuality are culture This experiential class explores how gender and sexuality are cultural constructs, addressing their implications in everyday life, prejudice, stereotypes and the dynamics of cultural change. Instructor: Ricardo Jiménez Affirmative approach for professionals This class offers an introduction to the affirmative approach in caring for LGBTIQ+ people. It covers its foundations, its relationship with human rights, the minority stress model, and promotes self-reflection on biases and professional practices. Instructor: Rodrigo Flores Feminism and gender. Currents and key debates This class offers a critical introduction to the main currents of feminism and contemporary debates on gender. It covers topics such as historical inequality, patriarchy, the waves of feminism, gender-based violence, anti-rights discourse and emerging movements, with an emphasis on the Latin American context. Instructor: Lucía Alvites Sexual diversity for professionals: moving beyond dualisms, diverse configurations and interdisciplinary understanding This class presents new scientific perspectives on sex characteristics, gender identity and sexual orientation. It covers key concepts from genetics, neuroscience, psychology and gender studies, dispelling myths and promoting an informed, inclusive understanding of human diversity. Instructor: Alex Hernández Masculinities and diversity This class covers the historical and theoretical development of masculinity studies, including their links to the LGBTIQ+ population. It reviews approaches from male liberation, the psychoanalytic paradigm, hegemonic masculinity and intersectional perspectives, with an emphasis on the Latin American and Peruvian context. Instructor: Juan Carlos Callirgos History of the LGTBIQ+ movement in Peru This class offers a historical and critical look at sexual and gender dissidences in Peru. Through presentations, reflection and participation in forums, it reviews historical representations, the origins of the LGTBIQ+ movement, the genealogy of its demands, internal tensions and current challenges. Instructor: André Mere Gender and the intersectional and decolonial approach Instructor: Karina Ochoa Format: Live class Date: Friday, November 28 - 7:30 PM Human rights, gender and sexuality Instructor: María Ysabel Cedano Format: Live class Date: Friday, December 5 - 7:30 PM Facilitation of New Masculinities and sexual diversity Instructor: Christian Martinez Format: Live class Date: Wednesday, December 10 - 7:30 PMSpecialized moduleFoundations of the affirmative approach in education This class is aimed at basic education teachers and seeks to strengthen their ethical, theoretical and pedagogical capacities to implement the affirmative approach in the classroom. Through presentations and case analysis, it covers key principles for addressing homophobic and transphobic violence, promoting the inclusion of LGBTIQ+ students, and applying a pedagogy based on respect, care and equity. Instructor: Liz Pasco Regulatory Framework and Inclusive Education Policies for LGBTIQ+ People This class strengthens critical knowledge of the legal framework and education policies that protect the rights of LGBTIQ+ people within the Peruvian education system. Through presentations, case analysis and practical tools, it covers forms of discrimination, regulatory progress, implementation challenges, and advocacy strategies from a human rights, gender and intersectionality perspective. Instructor: Nieves Salas Psychoeducational Support for LGBTIQ+ Students This class is aimed at teachers, tutors and education staff, and seeks to strengthen their skills in providing emotional and psychoeducational support to LGBTIQ+ students. It covers the impact of discrimination, active listening and containment techniques, working with families and support networks, case study analysis, and inclusive tutoring strategies. Instructor: Victor Ochoa Comprehensive Sexuality Education with a Focus on Sexual and Gender Diversity This class strengthens the skills of education professionals to implement inclusive, scientific and contextualized Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE). It covers conceptual foundations, the regulatory framework, sexual and gender diversity, pedagogical strategies and institutional tools, all within the framework of the National Curriculum and current education policies in Peru. Instructor: Felipe Vilcachagua Curriculum, Research and Inclusive Educational Action This class invites reflection on inclusive educational practices that recognize sexual and gender diversity through curriculum, research and community action. It covers critical and affirmative approaches, participatory methodologies and transformative experiences that connect school, community and education policy. Instructor: Gianina Márquez Self-care for educators, experiences and intergenerational dialogue This class is aimed at basic education teachers and promotes personal and collective self-care from a critical and caring perspective. Through tools such as the roots mandala, self-compassion and a pedagogy of care, it fosters teacher wellbeing, analysis of the social dynamics of care, and the implementation of participatory methodologies that support social justice in intergenerational educational contexts. Instructor: Liz Pasco Managing School Coexistence with an Affirmative Approach Instructor: Felipe Vilcachagua Format: Live class Date: Friday, January 23, 2026

First you'll need to access the regular service, via chat or video call, and talk with one of our psychologists. After that session, you'll be referred to the service you need:Psychiatric consultation:We will provide you with an appointment with a psychiatrist who takes an affirmative approach, who will assess your needs. Afterward, if you wish to pursue treatment, we can refer you to a specialist or share contacts so you can arrange it privately. This service does not cover medication or follow-up for long-term treatment.Support for couples:We will provide you with an appointment with a psychologist specialized in LGBTIQ+ couples, and offer up to 4 support sessions, depending on the case.Afterward, if you wish to pursue treatment, we can refer you to a specialist.In both cases, you can request a reduced rate if you need one.

If something has happened that has caused you an emotional crisis, we can help you stabilize. We all go through situations that destabilize us: an incident of violence, the death of a loved one, the ending of a relationship, financial troubles, etc., and we want to listen to you and support you through this difficult time.

Do you and your partner experience any kind of discrimination?Do you experience discrimination because you're part of a family made up of two people of the same sex?

General moduleGender and sexuality are culture This experiential class explores how gender and sexuality are cultural constructs, addressing their implications in everyday life, prejudice, stereotypes and the dynamics of cultural change. Instructor: Ricardo Jiménez Affirmative approach for professionals This class offers an introduction to the affirmative approach in caring for LGBTIQ+ people. It covers its foundations, its relationship with human rights, the minority stress model, and promotes self-reflection on biases and professional practices. Instructor: Rodrigo Flores Feminism and gender. Currents and key debates This class offers a critical introduction to the main currents of feminism and contemporary debates on gender. It covers topics such as historical inequality, patriarchy, the waves of feminism, gender-based violence, anti-rights discourse and emerging movements, with an emphasis on the Latin American context. Instructor: Lucía Alvites Sexual diversity for professionals: moving beyond dualisms, diverse configurations and interdisciplinary understanding This class presents new scientific perspectives on sex characteristics, gender identity and sexual orientation. It covers key concepts from genetics, neuroscience, psychology and gender studies, dispelling myths and promoting an informed, inclusive understanding of human diversity. Instructor: Alex Hernández Masculinities and diversity This class covers the historical and theoretical development of masculinity studies, including their links to the LGBTIQ+ population. It reviews approaches from male liberation, the psychoanalytic paradigm, hegemonic masculinity and intersectional perspectives, with an emphasis on the Latin American and Peruvian context. Instructor: Juan Carlos Callirgos History of the LGTBIQ+ movement in Peru This class offers a historical and critical look at sexual and gender dissidences in Peru. Through presentations, reflection and participation in forums, it reviews historical representations, the origins of the LGTBIQ+ movement, the genealogy of its demands, internal tensions and current challenges. Instructor: André Mere Gender and the intersectional and decolonial approach Instructor: Karina Ochoa Format: Live class Date: Friday, November 28 - 7:30 PM Human rights, gender and sexuality Instructor: María Ysabel Cedano Format: Live class Date: Friday, December 5 - 7:30 PM Facilitation of New Masculinities and sexual diversity Instructor: Christian Martinez Format: Live class Date: Wednesday, December 10 - 7:30 PMSpecialized moduleSexual and Gender Diversity in Peru: Realities and Social Constructions Sexuality used as a device of power, stigmatizing traits, utopias of liberation, the HIV health emergency. This class addresses the contribution of the social sciences to understanding sexuality as a social phenomenon that varies from culture to culture over time. It explains challenges faced and challenges ahead, broadening the approach to understanding social, cultural and political factors in the recognition of the lived experiences of the LGTBIQ+ population. Instructor: Violeta Barrientos Social Intervention from the State and Civil Society Action grounded in the recognition of diversity can change everything. This class analyzes how public and community efforts come together to respond to the most urgent social needs. Social intervention transforms realities at different levels of organization, promoting citizen participation and strengthening the social fabric. This class is an invitation to review our own actions in building a more equal society Instructor: Fabiola Arce Ethical and professional challenges in social care for LGBTIQ+ people A thorough reflection on and review of the role of the social sciences in the face of diverse realities is essential for professional practice with an affirmative approach. This class covers ethical dilemmas, confidentiality, social work ethics, and fieldwork ethics. Good practices and dignified treatment are analyzed with the goal of strengthening social commitment and equity in professional practice. Instructor: Rocío Maldonado Intervention Methodologies in the Social Sciences with an Affirmative Approach It's possible to design change through critical observation and creative action, with sensitivity, technique and commitment. Under the service design research approach, intervening is understood as designing: every decision in policies, programs or community actions reflects a stance, a willingness to listen, an intention. Through practical experiences and tools, ways of rethinking and redesigning services and systems are presented, ones that not only include but also care for and transform lives. Instructor: Lucero Cuba Social Research and Transformation Projects for LGBTIQ+ People Social research can become a powerful tool for making visible, diagnosing and transforming the realities of LGBTIQ+ people. This class addresses contemporary approaches that help us understand the complexity of sex-gender diversities. Through inclusive methodologies, both qualitative and quantitative, and participatory approaches such as autoethnography and life histories, it offers a fresh perspective on how to conduct research grounded in respect, ethics and commitment to communities. Instructor: Micaela Giesecke Between academia and activism: Dialogue and experiences Activism, art and academic knowledge come together as transformative forces. This session brings two powerful perspectives that explore strategies of visibility and denunciation, where the body and artistic expression become tools of resistance, documentation and change. It reflects on shifting roles in research, and the importance of connection to research, create and resist as complementary ways of exerting political influence. Instructors: Emi Godos and Gianna Camacho Regulations and Public Policies for LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Instructor: Fabiola Arce Format: Live class Date: Friday, January 16, 2026

Not sure how to protect your partner? Do you have questions about whether any social security coverage applies?

Relationship problems, situations of discrimination or violence, if you're questioning your gender identity or sexual orientation, symptoms like depression or anxiety, not knowing what to do about the future, and more!

We also provide support for:Advice in cases of discrimination or violence based on gender identity.Guidance on arbitrary detentions related to the questioning of identity.Guidance on processes for changing name / sex on identity documents.Advice in cases of conversion practices.Advice in cases of bullying at school or in educational institutions.

If our volunteer psychologists find that you need personalized, specialized care (psychotherapy or psychiatric care), they will refer you to a mental health professional who can provide you with discrimination-free care. These are LGBTI people or allies who have studied psychology or psychiatry and have agreed to offer reduced rates (lower than their regular fees) to see you. Once we assign you a professional, we will give you their contact information — just let them know you're coming from Más Igualdad.

The first time you message us, we'll greet you and ask you to fill out a Google form. This lets us get to know you a little, address you by your correct pronouns, and understand your ability to pay so we can provide you with better care. This information will only be accessible to Más Igualdad's psychologists, who are legally required to keep it confidential. That said, we hope to be able to compile statistics (general data) to better understand who is requesting the service, so it's possible that in the future we'll share charts showing the most common issues we've addressed, without revealing any names. Care is provided in writing via WhatsApp. Requests are handled in the order received. To participate:Message us through this link.One of our psychologists will get in touch with you and you'll be able to chat with them.Leave us your feedback on the care you received.

The organizational structure of local government consists of: i) the Municipal Council, which takes on a regulatory and oversight role, and ii) the Mayor's Office as the executive body, according to the functions and powers assigned to them by law. The Municipal Council is made up of the mayor, as the legal representative of the municipality and its top administrative authority, and the number of council members set by the National Elections Jury.For example:The province of Arequipa has 15 provincial council members.The district of San Juan Bautista in the province of Huamanga has 9 district council members.The Metropolitan Municipality of Lima has 39 metropolitan council members.

We can help you too! In Peru there are many Venezuelan LGBTI siblings who need care, as well as people of other nationalities living here.

Municipalities are responsible for regulating, implementing, administering, promoting and overseeing, as applicable:Land use planning, housing and public safety.Population, health and environmental sanitation.Education, culture and social promotion.Regulation of the supply and marketing of products, to ensure their free flow and prevent speculation.

It's an approach that every psychologist who treats LGBTI people should have. This approach ensures that there's no discrimination or prejudice during care, and that the professional truly focuses on what you need to feel better.

Plan the development of their districts and implement the corresponding plans.Vote on and approve their budget.Regulate public transportation, circulation and traffic.Organize, regulate and administer local public services.Create, modify, eliminate or exempt their contributions, fees and charges, in accordance with the law.Enforce their own regulations, for which they have a Municipal Police force. Other powers inherent to their role under the lawIn addition to the above, provincial and district municipalities have specific responsibilities:Organization of physical space and land use.Sanitation, hygiene and health.Traffic, roads and public transportation.Social programs, defense and promotion of rights.Public safety.Promotion of local economic development.Supply, and marketing of products and services.Other public services

You can use the service twice, to give a chance to people who have never used it before. If you message us a third time, we'll look into the best way to refer you so you can receive specialized care.

Therapy model focused on working from each person's own perception. It seeks to help the individual strengthen their resources and achieve holistic wellbeing through awareness of how they got to their current situation. It supports taking responsibility for one's emotions, thoughts and actions in a constant here-and-now, restoring the ability to choose which path to take in facing life.

Therapy model focused on identifying and changing a person's thought patterns and developing new behavioral skills to help them function better in different situations. It is present-focused and oriented toward concrete goals.

A therapy model that understands human problems from a contextual framework and seeks to understand and change relational dynamics, which can be applied to couples, work teams, educational settings, families and individuals.

Therapy model aimed at understanding and resolving emotional and relational problems by bringing the unconscious mind into consciousness, seeking to reduce symptoms and relieve distress.

Therapy model focused on developing acceptance of a person's internal experience (emotions and thoughts), training their attention to be directed consciously and voluntarily to the present moment, and fostering actions oriented toward their personal values.

A therapy model developed for working with people experiencing overwhelming emotions (e.g., Borderline Personality Disorder). It focuses on developing specific skills such as distress tolerance, mindfulness, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.

Humanistic psychology views the human being as a whole. It works with aspects such as emotions, the body, feelings, behavior, thoughts, among others, seeking the integration and understanding of mind, body and spirituality/value system within the current context. Logotherapy is a form of psychotherapy centered on the concept of the will to meaning as the primary human motivation, viewing each person as a unique and unrepeatable being. It rests on three basic principles: "the will to meaning," "the meaning of life," and "the freedom of the will."

Psychological counseling is a process in which the psychologist and you work together to understand the issues you're facing at this point in your life. You'll also identify and clarify the personal resources you have to approach, in a different way, whatever is interfering with your well-being. Counseling differs from psychotherapy in that it's a brief space focused on a specific issue.

In the same way that most people wouldn't want their marriage changed to a civil union, same-gender couples are seeking access to the same kind of marriage as any other couple. Civil marriage gives couples the legal recognition and security they need to protect and provide stability for their new family. As is natural in any stable, committed relationship, same-gender couples want to be there for each other, to support one another, and to stay together in sickness and in health, through good times and difficult ones.

The parents of LGBTIQ+ people's partners don't "dream" of their son or daughter entering a "civil union" with someone. They want their children to get married, the same way they themselves got married.

The change we are seeking has to do strictly with civil marriage, not religious marriage. It concerns couples who wish to marry legally and who will appear before a lawyer to join in the same way heterosexual couples can do today when they wish to formalize their union through the civil route. Allowing same-gender couples to marry through the civil route does not change the meaning of marriage, no other family is affected by it, nor does it require any religious institution to act against its beliefs.

Civil marriage for same-gender couples is possible today in 29 countries. In each of those countries, families have grown stronger because no one is discriminated against for their sexual orientation, and no one has been harmed

In times of need, such as when your partner is taken to a hospital, or if you have to deal with the police or civil authorities, few people understand what a "civilly united couple" means in legal terms. In other countries, people have been denied entry to emergency rooms after their partner had some kind of accident. Even when carrying legal documents, they were denied the ability to care for their partners.

The New Jersey Civil Union Review Commission said: "Civil unions send the message that same-gender couples are not equal to opposite-gender couples in the eyes of the law and are not 'good enough' to be guaranteed full equality."

A universal truth can be understood in 2 words: "we are married." This reality isn't conveyed when same-gender couples in Peru try to explain their relationships to emergency personnel or healthcare workers. All of us Peruvians have enough to worry about right now. Being denied civil marriage and the protections it provides is a burden no committed couple should have to bear, especially during a global pandemic. How would you feel if your partner were sick, only to be told that the person you love and with whom you've built a life is nothing more than a stranger to you under the law?

You can request a reduced rate (25% off the regular rate) with any of the mental health professionals in the directory. To do so, you'll first need to message our Emotional First-Aid Kit so they can do an initial assessment and refer you to the professional of your choice*.*The number of people each professional can see at the reduced rate is determined by each professional individually. Likewise, payment, scheduling and any coordination related to sessions are handled directly with each professional — Más Igualdad has no involvement in that.

All of our professionals have gone through a screening process to ensure they provide affirmative, discrimination-free care. If you experience poor practice or any form of discrimination, fill out this form so we can investigate and remove the person from our directory.

The directory currently includes professionals from 9 regions of Peru: Arequipa, Callao, Cusco, Ica, Junín, La Libertad, Lima, San Martín and Tumbes, and we hope to soon reach the entire country. Most professionals also offer virtual care, so you'll be able to easily see a professional if you choose that format.

If you'd like to know the different therapeutic approaches offered by professionals in our directory, go to the "What type of therapy is right for me?" section

Applications are currently closed. If you are a mental health professional who would like to join the directory, you can follow us on social media so you'll know when a new call for applications opens.

As LGBTIQ+ people, we face difficulties accessing quality mental health services where we aren't discriminated against or subjected to attempts to change our sexual orientation or gender identity, which is why the National Affirmative Mental Health Directory was created, where you can find mental health professionals trained to provide you with care.

At Más Igualdad we are committed to ensuring that any effort to change sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (or SOGIECE, better known as conversion therapy) is banned and penalized. These practices are harmful, do not work, and can cause harm to mental health and long-term life plans. Conversion practices are a form of torture (recognized by the UN) that must be banned in Peru.