# LGBTQ+ safety and discrimination in Sweden > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lgbtq-safety-and-discrimination-in-sweden > Updated: 2026-08-16T10:00:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Reports from the Swedish Public Health Agency (Folkhälsomyndigheten) have highlighted significant rates of sexual violence and discrimination among LGBTQ+ individuals. Based on a survey of nearly 16,000 people, the agency found that between 18% and 40% of respondents experienced discrimination or disrespect. Specifically, sexual violence was reported by half of bisexual women, one-third of transgender respondents, and one-fifth of bisexual men. Following these findings, concerns have grown regarding the safety and rights of the community during public events such as Pride festivals. Political representatives have noted that hate, threats, and harassment in both public and online spaces continue to create insecurity. There are also reports of increased intolerance among youth in schools. While many respondents in health surveys reported good overall health, observers note that the lack of progress in protecting LGBTQ+ rights contributes to higher rates of mental health issues and suicide within the group. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-16: Sweden: Rising concerns over LGBTQ+ safety and discrimination Debates in Sweden highlight rising concerns over hate, threats, and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community despite the ongoing celebration of Pride festivals. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sweden-rising-concerns-over-lgbtq-safety-and-discrimination ### 2026-07-27: Swedish Public Health Agency reports high sexual violence rates among LGBTQ+ people Swedish health agency’s SRHR 2024 survey of ~16 000 people finds 18‑40 % discrimination, high sexual violence rates among LGBTQ+ groups and calls for stronger prevention measures. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/swedish-public-health-agency-reports-high-rates-of-sexual-violence-against-lgbti-people --- Cite as: LGBTQ+ safety and discrimination in Sweden. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/lgbtq-safety-and-discrimination-in-sweden