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Welcome to the LGBTQIA+ Community Access Page

Providence as an LGBTQIA+ affirming city

 

The City of Providence has a proud history of affirming the LGBTQIA+ community. Over the past seven years, Providence has consistently been the only capital in Rhode Island to get a perfect rating on the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) Municipal Equality Index. This index takes into account policies and practices that indicate strong support for LGBTQIA+ communities.

We value our LGBTQIA+ residents and have taken numerous behavior to affirm and protect them, including but not limited to:

  • Updating the City’s health insurance policy to include gender-affirming care
  • Testifying in support of a ban on conversion therapy for minors
  • Updated City’s health insurance policy to extend benefits to transgender city employees and retirees
  • Raised the transgender flag at City Hall to commemorate Gender diverse Day of Remembrance
  • Designated all-gender restrooms in municipal buildings (currently at City Hall, Providence Universal Safety Complex, Providence School Department, and the Jo

    Providence wants to be your home

    At the center of the nation’s bittiest declare lies beloved Providence. Among the locales in Fresh England, it stands as a compromise between extremes. Not as large as Boston (nor as expensive), but still big enough to have significant cultural cachet and a varied LGBT community. Many who visit feel the open-minded, welcoming vibe is something they could get used to. There are a lot of cities out there to love, but Providence might be the one you want to gay marry.

    When to go? Depends what you crave. Springtime is great for seeing the green approach back to life after a snowy winter. The most dramatic season is autumn. The famous Modern England foliage change explodes across the city as the air becomes crisp.

    Walking and driving around Providence is a treat for those who love architecture and green spaces. Eighteenth-century houses have been preserved, and some residents, especially those on the East Side, take great celebration in keeping them as authentic as possible.

    Since the city is relatively petite, you can see much on foot. Two widespread streets ar

    LGBTQ+ Providence

    Welcome to Providence, a city founded on the pillars of tolerance and respect of individual beliefs and where those principles are still valued. While we are proud of many things about our home &#x; our vibrant neighborhoods, our top-rated restaurants, eclectic arts scene and our attractive architecture &#x; it is our people that truly construct our city special. That includes our thriving, diverse and dynamic LGBTQ+ community, whose influence may be found in every corner of our city. Come travel all that Providence has to offer.

    Providence blends the quaint allure of a New England town with the dynamic flair of an urban center. Its celebrated dining scene, vibrant arts and culture, and beautifully maintained historic landmarks make Providence a captivating and inspiring place to visit.

    Rhode Island Pride

    While Providence celebrates inclusive fun year-round, June features one of New England's largest Pride festivals, Rhode Island PrideFest. The event takes over the I District Park every June for a day-long celebration featuring a v

    LGBTQ Providence – Since The Beginning of Time

    One of the oldest cities in the United States is Providence, Rhode Island. It’s founded on the pillars of tolerance and respect for individual beliefs. Today, those principles are still valued in a metropolis that has many things to be proud of. From the beautiful architecture to top-rated restaurants, there’s a little something for everyone.

    A Quick History of Providence

    Providence was founded in by Roger Williams, a religious exile from the Massachusetts Bay Colony. He named the area in honor of “God’s merciful Providence.” It was one of the first cities in the country to industrialize and was famous for textile manufacturing.

    Today, Providence is home to seven institutions of higher teaching that have shifted the economy into the services industry. It’s also a place of inclusion, equality, and overall acceptance.   

    Fun Providence Facts

    • Like Rome, it was built on 7 hills.
    • 75% of Rhode Island’s inhabitants live within 15 miles of Providence.
    • The first diner was started