The new generations no longer identify with the classic pattern of sexual orientation. According to an Ipsos survey conducted in 30 countries, and published on June 1st, 19% of people in Generation Z, i.e. born in 1997 and later, identify as LGBT+ worldwide. All generations combined, 9% of people questioned by the polling institute say they are "queer", that is to say in this category, which comes in different sensitivities: homosexual, bisexual, pansexual, asexual, transgender, and non-binary (or other category).
The survey, carried out in 30 countries on the occasion of the beginning of "Pride Month", shows differences between nationalities. Brazil leads with 15% saying they are LGBT+, followed by Spain (14%) and Switzerland (13%). France is in the average, with 10% of the French. At the bottom of the pack, Peruvians are only 4% to declare themselves in this category.
Percentage of people identifying as LGBT+ by country. Ipsos
Difference between generations
There are also significant differences across generations. In France, 22% of Gen Z identify as LBGT+, a rate that continues to decline over older generations: 12% for Millennials (1981-1996), 7% for Generation X (1965-1980), and 4% for those born in 1964 and before.
People identifying as LGBT+ in France. Ipsos
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The proportion of LGBT+ adults varies considerably from one generation to another and from one geographical area to another: from 18% on average among members of Generation Z to 4% among baby boomers, and from 15% in Brazil to 4% in Peru.
More visibility
The survey also attempts to measure the visibility of LGBT+ people, at a time when rights, including marriage equality, have made major advances in the world in recent decades. As a result, visibility has "increased over the last two years," notes Ipsos. Across all countries surveyed, 47% say they have a gay or lesbian parent, friend or colleague, and 26% say they have a bisexual person. Finally, 13% say they have a transgender person in their entourage and 12% a non-binary or gender-fluid person.
Finally, 67% of respondents believe that transgender people are discriminated against. For 76% of them, people who have changed their sex should be protected to be better treated in the labour market, housing and in access to restaurants and shops. In addition, 60% believe that transgender adolescents should be allowed access to gender transition pathways if they have parental consent.