Committed Couple Bruno Kraus-Bünz and Derek Bünz With this ceremony, Bruno and Derek became registered partners on on August 15, 2001 in Cologne, Germany. This status, called “Lebenpartnerschaft,” began to be offered on August 1, 2001. [Please see Life Partnerships.] Formerly named Bruno Kraus and Derek Buenz, Bruno Kraus-Bünz and Derek Bünz live in Cologne with their two dogs. They have been a couple since June 1997. This picture was taken in Frankfurt. Image © 2001, Bruno Kraus & Derek Buenz Contents © 2003, Partners Task Force Return to: Gallery II The Sweet Corn Shop    Products that affirm self-esteem and social equality.    A smart variety of Bumper Stickers and Buttons    for political impact, plus Mugs and Teddy Bears.    Purchases help support Partners’ efforts.