CARRBORO, NC -- The Town of Carrboro is pleased to announce a score of 93 in the 2025 Municipal Equality Index (MEI). 

The MEI is a nationwide evaluation of 506 cities on how inclusive cities’ laws, policies, and services are of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people.

Since 2014, the Town of Carrboro has been rated by the Human Rights Campaign in their annual report of the MEI. The index examines how inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services are of LGBTQ+ people who live and work there. Cities are rated based on non-discrimination laws, the municipality as an employer, municipal services, law enforcement and leadership on LGBTQ+ equality.

“Carrboro’s commitment to equity is not just a value—it’s a practice.," said Town Manager Patrice Toney. "This high Municipal Equity Index score reflects the work of an entire community that believes every person deserves to feel safe, affirmed, and fully included. We will continue strengthening our policies, services, and partnerships to ensure Carrboro remains a place where everyone can thrive.”

To see the Town’s score, and how Carrboro compares to other cities across the nation, please visit: www.hrc.org/mei