- 6/7/89: The world's first country to grant same-sex civil partnerships. These civil unions carry most, but not all, of the same rights and benefits of marriage.
- 3/17/09: Legislation was introduced to legalize same-sex adoption.
- Where is gay marriage legal? Explore same-sex marriage laws by region.
Civil Partnerships In Denmark A Summary of Civil Unions in Denmark
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