Turkey: Government Objects to Oblique Gay Marriage Reference in Council of Europe Document

The Council of Europe has amended an article of its declaration on children's rights after Turkey objected to a specific article alluding to gay marriage. European ministers for family affairs gathered in June to discuss regulations about the rights of children who grow up with diverse family situations.

While Turkey said it supported public policies on the issue, it issued a statement, saying: "As a country, we would like to mention that we do not accept gay marriages and also we do not accept the institution of homosexual family parenting."

Selma Aliye Kavaf, the minister responsible for family and women, participated in the conference, while Ayşen Gürcan, a director from the ministry, signed the statement of objection.

Full Story from Hurriyet Daily News
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