Municipal LGBTQ Equality Index

Acknowledgments

Implementing the Municipal LGBTQ Equality Index during wartime is an extraordinary achievement. Reflecting on the past year amid current turbulent times is particularly challenging. We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone involved in this initiative who recognized the importance of advancing the LGBTQ+ community within municipalities, even during such a period. Our heartfelt thanks go to the local activists who tirelessly promote security, equality, and enriching lives for LGBTQ+ community members nationwide. These activists are the driving force and cornerstone of our collaboration with municipalities, and their unwavering efforts throughout the year have been instrumental in implementing the Index. We also extend our gratitude to our municipal partners, including professional and elected officials, for their dedication and significant investment in supporting the diverse spectrum of the LGBTQ+ community. Special thanks to the LGBTQ+ coordinators within the municipalities who diligently work year-round to strengthen the community, foster strong local networks, and provide essential municipal services. Thanks to your support and efforts, we remain committed to growing stronger together. Finally, we appreciate the LGBTQ+ organizations that partner with The Aguda in our activities and advocacy for the community. Thank you. Special Acknowledgments: Keinan Birenbaum and Efrat Frank - Vice President's of The Aguda Maya Yairi - Manager of Local Pride Noga Shragai - Manager of the Pride Index in Local Authorities and Project Coordinator Thanks to the Local Pride team members who played a central role in the Index - Abigail Kazula and Abigail Yavetz. Thanks to Neta Rot for the design and Noam Mizrahi for the data analysis. Special thanks to our dedicated volunteer team—Assi Nahum, Fay Gutman, Shira Rosen, Roy Maimon, Tomer Bienstock, Alon Zilberberg, Tehila Lehman, and Noa Spitzer—and many others who supported and enabled the Index to occur professionally.

Municipal LGBTQ Equality Index 2023

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