The ordinance, which was introduced by Mayor Dan Horrigan along with four councilmembers at this evening's meeting, makes it illegal to attempt to "change" a child's sexual orientation or gender identity within city limits.Horrigan released the following statement:"I'm incredibly proud to add Akron to the growing list of communities recognizing the harmful impacts of conversion therapy and taking a stand against the practice.LGBTQ+ youth who are not supported for who they are, are more likely to attempt suicide, face homelessness, experience high levels of depression, and engage in high levels of substance use.Read the full ordinance below:Casey Pick, senior fellow for advocacy and government affairs at The Trevor Project, wrote:"It is heartening to see the leaders of Akron come together to protect LGBTQ young people in their communities from the dangerous and discredited practice of conversion 'therapy.'Progress like this is made possible by the work of community advocates, grassroots organizers, and supportive local leadership."