Bayev and Others v. Russia

Russia's ban on the 'propaganda of non-traditional sexual relations' among minors violated freedom of expression.

Activists were fined for displaying banners with pro-LGBTQ+ messages near schools and public buildings, under Russia's 'gay propaganda' law.

The Court found the law was not necessary in a democratic society, embodied prejudice against a sexual minority and, taken with Article 14, was discriminatory.

Landmark authority against so-called 'gay propaganda' laws.