Tampa Recognized for Advocating for Equality
Tampa once again celebrates a perfect score on its efforts to support the LGBTQ+ community.
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Municipal Equality Index 2025 released its results Tuesday, with Tampa scoring high across all categories: non-discrimination laws, municipality as employer, services and programs, law enforcement, and leadership on LGBTQ+ equality.
More than 500 municipalities across the country are evaluated to better understand their unique situation and structure, and how — despite state-imposed limitations — they work to advocate equality.
“When everyone feels safe, supported, and included, cities become more creative, economies grow, and public life becomes more vibrant,” said Mayor Jane Castor. “Studies consistently show that LGBTQ+ equality makes cities stronger for all residents, attracting talent, inspiring innovation, and building the kind of trust and energy that allow neighborhoods, businesses, and people to thrive together.”
In this year’s report, Tampa, categorized as a large city by this analysis, received a score of 100. View the full report.