The Aguda – Israel’s LGBT Task Force’s “Pride Index” reveals many pro-LGBTQ improvements across municipalities in Israel, but also highlights cities with a long way to go.

Despite threats of violence, the Jerusalem Pride March saw thousands in attendance and multiple speeches by government representatives.

Israel’s Ministry of Health finally banned “conversion therapy,” thanks to the advocacy of a coalition of NIF-supported LGBTQ organizations.

NIF Grantee the Israel Religious Action Center (IRAC) petitioned Israel’s Supreme Court in a challenge to anti-LGBTQ adoption policy in Israel.

After a petition by three NIF grantees, Israel’s Supreme Court demands the government clarify its position on refusal to grant work permits for LGBTQ Palestinians seeking political asylum.

In a huge landmark for LGBTQ rights, Israel’s Supreme Court rejects the ban on surrogacy for both same-sex couples and single fathers.

Pride House in Be’er Sheva organized a Pride parade which drew thousands.

Thousands attended Jerusalem’s March for Pride and Tolerance this year.

Shatil is working with LGBTQ Jews in the Ultra-Orthodox community to help promote LGBTQ rights and tolerance.