“We Realized That Institutions Are Not Prepared”: Strategies and Challenges in the Filiation Processes of Lesbian-Parent Families in Chile

Rodolfo Morrison, Maite Alvarez Navarro, Javiera Arias Riquelme, Betsabe Barrios Fuentes, Anays Hernandez Gavilan, Rocio Queupuan Donoso, Daniel Lagos-Ceron and Cleber Tiago Cirineu ()
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Rodolfo Morrison: Escuela de Terapia Ocupacional, Facultad de Salud, Universidad Santo Tomás, Los Ángeles 4440000, Chile
Maite Alvarez Navarro: Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupaciόn, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8320000, Chile
Javiera Arias Riquelme: Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupaciόn, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8320000, Chile
Betsabe Barrios Fuentes: Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupaciόn, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8320000, Chile
Anays Hernandez Gavilan: Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupaciόn, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8320000, Chile
Rocio Queupuan Donoso: Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupaciόn, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8320000, Chile
Daniel Lagos-Ceron: Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupaciόn, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8320000, Chile
Cleber Tiago Cirineu: Departamento de Terapia Ocupacional y Ciencia de la Ocupaciόn, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Chile, Santiago 8320000, Chile

Social Sciences, 2024, vol. 13, issue 10, 1-16

Abstract: This study examines the experiences of lesbian-parent families in Chile regarding the civil registry and the registration of their children, highlighting how heteronormative structures persist despite significant legislative advancements. Through semi-structured interviews with lesbian mothers, it explored how the policies and practices occurring at the civil registry affect their rights and legal recognition. The qualitative data analysis revealed significant barriers in the filiation processes due to outdated forms and lack of training among officials, reflecting a disconnect between progressive legislation and its practical implementation. The findings indicate that while there is growing social recognition of family diversity, lesbian-parent families face institutional discrimination, limiting their full participation in society. These barriers not only perpetuate occupational injustices but also negatively affect the emotional and social well-being of these families. This study underscores the need for legislative and administrative reforms to ensure effective inclusion and recognition of lesbian-parent families, recommending policies that update administrative processes to reflect the realities of all families adequately. The research highlights the importance of continuous education and awareness for civil registry workers, ensuring that existing laws are applied fairly and equitably.

Keywords: lesbian-parent families; civil registry; heteronormative; legislative advancements; discrimination; filiation processes; emotional well-being; institutional barriers; legislative reforms (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: A B N P Y80 Z00 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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