In a significant stride toward equality, Poland has officially repealed its last remaining "LGBT-free" zone. The town council of Łańcut, located in southeastern Poland, voted to abolish the controversial resolution, marking the end of a policy that once saw approximately 100 municipalities declare themselves unwelcoming to LGBTQ+ individuals.

These zones, introduced in 2019 under the former Law and Justice (PiS) government, faced widespread criticism from human rights organizations and the European Union. The EU responded by withholding funding from regions enforcing such discriminatory policies, emphasizing that they violated the EU's core values.

In 2022, Poland's Supreme Administrative Court ruled that the "LGBT-free" resolutions infringed upon the dignity and private lives of certain groups of residents, leading to a gradual repeal across the country.

The abolition of the final zone in Łańcut symbolizes a broader shift toward inclusivity and respect for human rights in Poland. Activists, including Jakub Gawron of the "Atlas of Hate" project, hailed the decision as a significant message against discriminatory propaganda.

This development underscores the impact of sustained advocacy and international pressure in promoting equality and protecting minority rights.