Summary

In the present report, the Independent Expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, Victor Madrigal-Borloz, provides information on his visit to the United States of America from 16 to 29 August 2022. The Independent Expert assessed the implementation of national and international human rights standards to combat violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in the United States of America and offered recommendations to strengthen protections in this regard.