The Swedish parliament recently passed a significant law that lowers the age requirement for individuals to legally change their gender from 18 to 16. This decision marks a progressive step towards greater inclusivity and recognition of gender diversity in the country.
Under the new law, individuals under 18 seeking to change their gender will still need approval from a guardian, a doctor, and the National Board of Health and Welfare. Notably, the requirement for a gender dysphoria diagnosis, which is defined as psychological distress due to a mismatch between gender expression and identity, has been eliminated.
