Local branches of interest group COC have closed Rainbow Agreements in 119 municipalities.

These are agreements between municipalities and COC branches. They ensure municipalities actively work on safety and equal treatment for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people.

These involve concrete measures. For example: police training, school attention, and quick discrimination support.

The agreements started because not all municipalities automatically address this topic. COC wants it taken seriously.

"We still see much discrimination," says a spokesperson. "These agreements help municipalities tackle this seriously."

Large cities already used such agreements regularly. Now it is expanding to smaller towns.

It is unclear how strictly municipalities follow these agreements. Implementation also differs by location.