The City of Montpellier is taking steps to prevent violence and ensure the safety of local residents. Insults, discrimination and violence suffered by a large number of LGBT+ people because of their loves or sexualities are condemned.
LGBTQIA+phobia report by SOS Homophobie
In 1997, the association SOS Homophobie published its first Report on violence experienced by LGBTQIA+ people.
Since then, this work has been compiling and analyzing every year the testimonies received daily on their helpline. The statistical data is classified into several themes (physical assaults, discrimination at work, in the family, mal de vivre, etc.), and analyzed by the volunteers.
May 17: World Day against LGBTQIA+phobia
Every year, May 17 celebrates the World Day against LGBTQIA+phobias. On this occasion, the City reaffirms its commitment to equal rights and treatment for all by organizing, alongside associations, an official ceremony to raise the LGBTQIA+ flag on the masts of City Hall.
Speeches, debates, screenings, stand-up... Throughout May and June, numerous awareness-raising and information initiatives are also being organized by the City and the associative fabric.
Raising awareness among City and Métropole employees
The municipality is also taking the initiative to raise awareness among City and Metropole employees about welcoming LGBTI+ audiences and the professional inclusion of LGBTI+ employees.
These awareness-raising actions, proposed by the Human Resources Department, are provided by the L'Autre Cercle association, with which the City has signed a charter of commitment.
Parallel to this, the City of Montpellier has embarked on an AFNOR labeling process and is preparing its application for the Alliance label, which commits it to respecting professional equality and diversity.