Core values

- **Economic Competitiveness and Productivity**: Equality Florida's work shows that LGBT discrimination costs Florida employers over $362 million annually in productivity and turnover costs, indicating that promoting equality can improve economic stability and competitiveness[1].
- **Education and Safety**: The organization's efforts to make schools safe for LGBTQ kids, including training school leaders and supporting gay-straight alliances, directly address the critical need for safe and inclusive educational environments. This helps in reducing bullying, assault, homelessness, and other risks faced by LGBTQ youth[2].
- **Anti-Discrimination and Inclusion**: By advocating for legislation like the Florida Competitive Workforce Act and working to end discrimination in healthcare, housing, and the criminal justice system, Equality Florida contributes significantly to promoting equal rights and reducing systemic discrimination[2].
- **Community Well-being and Support**: The organization's work in expanding support networks, such as the TransAction network, and conducting diversity trainings in various sectors, enhances community well-being and promotes positive change[2].
- **Legal Protections and Free Expression**: The settlement achieved against the "Don't Say Gay or Trans" law reinstates critical protections for LGBTQ+ students and educators, ensuring they can live and speak openly without fear of discrimination[5].