LGBTQ-PHOBIA STATUS REPORT IN ISRAEL - 2023

2022 LGBTQ-PHOBIA STATUS REPORT IN ISRAEL

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Rate of Both partners serve/served in the reserves

Both partners serve/served in the reserves 34%

One of the partners serves/served in the reserves 66%

Sense of Comfort as LGBTQ+ in the Place of Residence

32%

33%

22%

10%

Uncomfortable 3%

Neutral

Less Comfortable

Comfortable

Very Comfortable

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