Name, gender changes could happen without a judge
Activist took part in peace talks in Cuba
Advocates organize parades, protests and forums throughout the year
Randy Berry to attend events in D.C., New York
Gay singer met with local activists on Saturday
dvocates in South American country welcome government position
Two same-sex couples formalized relationships on Thursday
Law goes into effect in October
Michelle Bachelet publicly backs same-sex marriage
Advocates hope a Chilean court ruling that upheld their country's civil unions bill will spur President Michelle Bachelet to sign it into law.