LGBTQ+ Rights Around the World

The Netherlands was the first country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2001.

South Africa's constitution explicitly prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity.

Brazil has the highest rate of LGBTQ+-related hate crimes in the world, with over 300 murders reported in 2019.

Iceland has the most LGBTQ+-friendly travel laws in the world, including same-sex marriage, adoption rights, and anti-discrimination laws.

Canada has the most LGBTQ+-friendly asylum laws in the world, allowing LGBTQ+ people to claim asylum based on persecution in their home countries.

Canada has the most LGBTQ+-friendly immigration laws in the world, allowing same-sex couples to sponsor their partners for immigration.

Canada has the most LGBTQ+-friendly military policies in the world, allowing LGBTQ+ people to serve openly in the military.

Canada has the most LGBTQ+-friendly healthcare policies in the world, including coverage for gender-affirming surgeries and hormone therapy.

Canada has the most LGBTQ+-friendly education policies in the world, including anti-bullying laws and inclusive curriculum.

Canada has the most LGBTQ+-friendly employment laws in the world, including anti-discrimination laws and protections for transgender employees.

Canada has the most LGBTQ+-friendly housing laws in the world, including anti-discrimination laws and protections for transgender tenants.

Canada has the most LGBTQ+-friendly public accommodation laws in the world, including anti-discrimination laws and protections for transgender people.