How to be an Ally
- Bre
- Jul 21, 2017
- 2 min read
Just because you don't identify as part of the community, doesn't mean you don't have a place. If you're family, a friend, or a good person, you can always be an Ally. The reason coming-out is so hard is because of the harassment many people face because of their diversity, so help us be proud!
1. Know what it means
Being an ally means that you support someone no matter what and that's crucial for someone who is transitioning, coming-out, finding how to express themselves, or fighting the daily harassment that comes with being a minority.
2. Understand your importance
Allies fight in a way that members of the community can't. Generally, you're there to be a strong voice since you don't come from a place of such vulnerability. Fighting for something that affects you personally can only go so far, but standing up for other's rights is all more important and powerful.
3. What you can do
You can be an accepting friend, or you can be part of the most effective voices of the LGBTQ community. Both are necessary. Not only can you support, you can teach others about acceptance and equality.
4. Haters gonna hate
One of the most successful ways to spread equality is by killing the haters with kindness. So knock 'em dead!
5. Join the fun
The greatest part of being part of such an open generation is how proud we can be! Recognizing the struggle and celebrating the diversity is all part of being in the community. Take a walk (or a march) among thousands of proudly dressed community members in one of the pride parades that will make this era memorable or express your important opinion through other avenues, like with art.
Thank you all
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