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Ein Schwangerschaftsabbruch ist in bestimmten Situationen straffrei. Die Kosten können bei medizinischer Notwendigkeit oder nach einer Vergewaltigung von der Krankenkasse übernommen werden.

To achieve sexual and gender equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual as well as transgender and intersex people, the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs has initiated a wide variety of measures covering different thematic areas.

Helping parents to parent and in case of problems and conflicts is part of public policy for families and young people. Parents can choose local services from a close-knit counselling network.

Families require both financial security and support services that are adapted to their needs. The Ministry aims to ensure that families in Germany receive this support and is developing digital access to all family-related benefits.

Creating family-friendly living and working environments that allow partners to equally share work and family responsibilities is a priority of modern family policy.

Women and men are entitled to seek advice on any matter concerning pregnancy. Pregnant women in financial distress can get support and help is available for couples with an unfulfilled desire to have children.