Ranking of the most gay-friendly countries in Europe

June 04 2013

by misterb&b

Sweden wins the pole position and is the only country to meet all the criteria established by ILGA-Europe (International Lesbian and Gay Association). Sweden received a perfect score of 10 out of 10.

Sweden is closely followed by 4 other countries that scored 9 out of 10: Belgium, the Netherlands, Norway and Spain score very well as a gay friendly country.

France is far behind with its meager 5 out of 10, tied with Germany. Both countries have lost a lot of points due to their equality regulations for LGBT people.

The United Kingdom ranks very well with 8 out of 10 points. Italy, Serbia and the Baltic countries are at the bottom of the scale with 1 and 2 points respectively. The state of homosexuals is sometimes considered critical.

Russia and Ukraine are in a good position with a score of - 2, just behind Belarus, Moldova and Turkey with - 1 point.

The Rainbow Europe Country ranking was based on several major points, including anti-discrimination legislation and the recognition of same-sex couples. The International Lesbian and Gay Association also refers to homoparentality and sanctions against homophobia.