For years, LGBTQ+ policies around the world have been crafted based on heteronormative views, needs, and practices. This has gradually changed over the last two decades, however, as LGBTQ+ individuals have emerged as key actors in the realm of gender-based policies. This important book takes stock of these political and social developments, assesses how actors have successfully pushed LGBTQ+ needs into the mainstream policy agenda, and provides a comprehensive guide for understanding policymaking processes from an LGBTQ+ perspective. Drawing on data from Brazil, Mexico, South Africa and the USA, it also presents a systematic framework for understanding 'queering public policy' as a policy process. The final chapter offers a road map for scholars looking to delve deeper into this evolving field. It will appeal to all those interested in public policy, public administration, and queer studies.