Gender diversity has been a constant throughout human history, reinforcing the idea that its recognition is a legitimate manifestation of human identity. Cecilia Vadillo, pointing out that non-binary identity is related to fundamental human rights, such as equality and non-discrimination, highlights that the Constitution of CDMX recognizes the right to live one's gender identity without discrimination. This implies that non-binary individuals must be explicitly recognized to exercise their rights without bureaucratic or social obstacles.
Article 1 of the constitution prohibits discrimination based on gender, ensuring that all individuals have the right to be recognized according to their gender identity. Vadillo explains that gender identity is the total perception that an individual has of themselves, which may or may not coincide with the sex assigned at birth. Historically, non-binary gender identity has existed in various ancient cultures, such as in Mesopotamian mythology, challenging traditional gender categories.
The approval of a legal initiative by the capital’s Congress will allow non-binary individuals to be recognized in Mexico City, removing discriminatory barriers and promoting inclusion and respect for gender identity. Cecilia Vadillo argues that this initiative guarantees the fundamental rights and freedoms of the non-binary community, made up of more than 340,000 people, promoting their effective inclusion in society.
It is essential that authorities take measures to respect and guarantee the rights of prioritized attention groups, gradually eliminating the barriers that prevent their full inclusion in society. The Political Constitution of CDMX ratifies the commitment to equality, applying human rights transversally, with a focus on gender, inclusion, and non-discrimination. Empirical evidence supports the recognition of non-binary gender, demonstrating that their integration into society is necessary to guarantee inclusion and equity, according to research from institutions such as the University of British Columbia and the University of Cambridge.
