An ally is someone who supports and honors sexual diversity, acts accordingly to challenge homophobic remarks or behaviors and explores and understands these forms of bias within him- or herself. Just as it takes courage for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people to be open and honest about who they are, it also takes courage to support your LGBTQ friends or loved ones.
There are many different ways that you can show your support for the LGBTQ people in your life. Again, there is no one “right” way to demonstrate your support – and being supportive does not require you to march in parades or become an activist. By opening up and being honest with the people in your life about knowing and caring for a LGBTQ person, you will be taking a small, but important, step toward making the world more understanding and supportive for that person.
If you would like to become an LGBTQ Ally please visit our Educational Programs page for details and to enroll in LGBTQA 101 and Ally Training programs.
We, the undersigned, believe that individuals should not be discriminated against on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Moreover, we support the personal and professional development of all individuals at Bloomsburg University regardless of how or if they choose to define their sexuality or gender.
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