Phoenix, Arizona has been named the most LGBTQ-friendly city in the state, according to a new report from the Human Rights Campaign (HRC). The report ranked cities based on their non-discrimination laws, inclusivity policies, and support for LGBTQ+ people. Phoenix received a perfect score of 100, making it the only city in the state to…
The Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index (MEI) is an annual scorecard that assesses cities’ non-discrimination laws, LGBTQ-inclusive policies and practices, and the level of support for LGBTQ residents and businesses. The MEI is an important tool for LGBTQ people and allies to use to evaluate the LGBTQ-friendliness of their communities. Nashville, Tennessee, has been…
The city of Lawrence, Kansas, has been named the most LGBTQ friendly city in the state by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC). The HRC is a national organization that works to advance the rights of LGBTQ people. Lawrence received a perfect score of 100 on the HRC’s Municipal Equality Index, which is an annual survey…
Bloomington, Indiana has been named the most LGBTQ-friendly city in the state, according to a recent article by Out Traveler magazine. The magazine cited the city’s progressive attitudes, diverse population, and vibrant LGBTQ+ community as reasons for the ranking. Bloomington is home to Indiana University, which has a long history of supporting the LGBTQ+ community….
Iowa City has been named the most LGBTQ friendly city in Iowa by Thrillist. It has also been consistently ranked as one of the most LGBTQ friendly cities in the United States by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, receiving a perfect score of 100 on the Municipal Equality Index (MEI) Scorecard. These statistics paint a…
Madison, Wisconsin, has been named the most LGBTQ+ friendly city in the state by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) in their 2023 Municipal Equality Index (MEI). The MEI is a nationwide benchmarking tool that evaluates municipalities on their policies and practices that impact LGBTQ+ equality. Madison earned a perfect score of 100 on the MEI,…
Jersey City, New Jersey, has been named the most LGBTQ-friendly city in the state by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Municipal Equality Index (MEI). The MEI is the nation’s leading benchmark for LGBTQ+ equality. Jersey City received a perfect score of 100 points for its LGBTQ+ inclusive laws, policies, and practices. Jersey City is home…
New Orleans has been named the most LGBTQ-friendly city in Louisiana by the Human Rights Campaign. This is a well-deserved recognition, as New Orleans has a long history of being a welcoming place for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. What makes New Orleans the most LGBTQ-friendly city in Louisiana? There are a…
Boulder, Colorado has been named the most LGBTQ-friendly city in the state by a number of organizations, including the Human Rights Campaign and the Equality Federation. This is due to a number of factors, including the city’s strong anti-discrimination laws, its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and its vibrant LGBTQ community. These statistics paint a…
In a recent study, the city of Atlanta, Georgia was named the most LGBTQ friendly city in the state. The study, conducted by the Human Rights Campaign, looked at a number of factors, including the city’s anti-discrimination laws, its support for LGBTQ businesses and organizations, and its overall inclusiveness of the LGBTQ community. What makes…