The policy implements the first recommendation made in the report by the Commission des droits de la personne et des droits de la jeunesse, De l’égalité juridique à l’égalité sociale—Vers une stratégie nationale de lutte contre l’homophobie,2 which states that a Québec-wide policy to combat homophobia should be adopted and implemented.

This policy sets out guidelines and strategic choices based on the consensus positions defined during the work of the Commission.

This policy constitutes one of the key elements in a broader strategy leading to the full and complete recognition of the sexual minorities, institutional and community support for the sexual minorities, and improved knowledge about sexual diversity. It is one of a range of policies and strategies designed to achieve similar objectives in terms of the equality of other groups in the population such as women, young people, the disabled and people living in poverty, and their full participation in society.

In addition, the policy highlights the different realities and needs of the women and men who make up the sexual minorities.