Lgbtq friendly countries in the world

Here and queer: 12 foremost LGBTQ-friendly countries to study abroad in

When considering where to study, LGBTQ students are bound to find different levels of tolerance across the world.

There are many countries that still discriminate and persecute people for their sexual preferences.

But on the luminous side, there are more liberal countries too. In these places, you are free to dress, express, and love beyond binary codes.

Here, we look at LGBTQ-friendly countries with progressive attitudes and laws towards the community — they provide peace of mind for queer students who need to realise their dreams in an accepting environment.

Gay pride events are an expression of release in countries that accept LGBTQ people. Source: David Gray/AFP

The LGBTQ-friendly countries to live your leading student life in

Canada

National diversity is a point of pride in Canada, which has long accepted the LGBTQ community. It enacted anti-discrimination laws for LGBTQ individuals in the mids and legalised same-sex marriage in , which creates a safe space for queer students.

The Univer

Rainbow Europe Map and Index

The Rainbow Europe Map finds that over the past 12 months a new dynamic has appeared to fill in the gaps that exist around LGBTI rights and push standards, giving governments ground to build upon as democracy in Europe faces exceptional challenges.

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This year we observe positive movement on the Rainbow Map and Index, notably:

  • Denmark has jumped seven places to achieve second see in the ranking. The reason for Denmark’s jump is that it is taking the verb in filling in anti-discrimination gaps in current legislation, including the equal treatment law, which covers health, education, employment, goods and services, and the penal code to include sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics as aggravating factors in hate crime.
  • More countries are pushing forward for equality by giving due recognition and protection for people’s lived realities. Iceland was awarded points because of its legislative recognition of trans parenthood, among other things, while Germany introdu

    From Switzerland to Spain, here are Europe’s most LGBTQ+ friendly countries.

    Europe has long been seen as relatively progressive when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights, and thankfully it’s becoming even safer and more welcoming. But not all countries are equal  – especially when it comes to policies and general level of acceptance – and some countries carry out a lot better than most. That’s why we’re unveiling the 20 most LGBTQ+ friendly countries in Europe in Each state has been carefully selected for its vibrant LGBTQ+ scene, progressive laws, and inclusive atmosphere. We’ve created our own points system using respected benchmarking tools, including the IGLA Rainbow Europe and Equaldex, and combined this with other factors, such as the number of queer-friendly bars, festivals and events, and legislation. So, without further ado, here are 20 countries in Europe where love knows no bounds.

    Estonia

    Points: 26/50

    Estonia is the most LGBT-friendly country in the Baltic and has risen in the ranks to become one of Europe’s top 20 LGBT-friendly countries in the past five years

    1. Mexico

    Of the 65 countries I’ve visited so far, Mexico is my favorite place to be queer. I’ve never spent moment in a place where queer culture felt so ingrained in my everyday life (maybe with the exception of my place country of the UK) and in my personal experience, it seemed to be one of the most gay-friendly countries in the world.

    I felt like I could be my proudest, most bold queer self while in Mexico, and that's why I’m pretty certain I’ll end up back there one day.

    From a legal perspective, there are tough anti-discrimination laws in place to protect queer residents from loath crimes, and transgender rights are also pretty progressive. Non-binary gender identity is recognized (gender reassignment surgery isn't required to legally change gender), gender-affirming care is legal, and the government chose to ban conversion therapy back in   

    I’ve spent a couple of years living on and off in Mexico and hold based myself in a not many different cities, so I’m sharing my top three spots:

    Mexico Capital for the Huge Gay Pride Parade

    Mexico City (CDMX) is house to one