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Allies can be a powerful source of support for the LGBTQ+ community. Three components are commonly cited by LGBTQ+ people for effective allyship: being accepting, having humility and taking action. This Southern Poverty Law Center Hopewatch article provides some suggestions to help ensure those components are part of your allyship. #education, #socialjustice, #humanrights

In many countries, LGBTQ+ people face stigma and discrimination, which creates barriers to fully exercise their fundamental rights, including accessing life-saving healthcare services. We need to treat all people as we would like to be treated - with respect and dignity! I invite you to read this summary of activities that UNAIDS is launching tomorrow, on #IDAHOBIT, to leverage the voices and work of LGBTQ+ people around the world. A way to showcase their resilience and the strong advocacy efforts for policy change for better healthcare facilities and to protect their rights : https://lnkd.in/epgaausf

In celebration of Nonbinary Awareness Week, we’re revisiting some research that sheds light on the growing recognition of nonbinary identities. Did you know that over 1 in 4 LGBTQ+ youth identify as nonbinary? This highlights the importance of respecting pronouns and affirming these diverse identities. Dive into our blog to learn more about the dynamic nature of gender and how we can all be better allies to nonbinary folks. Read the full article here: https://loom.ly/DGdBwMY #NonbinaryAwarenessWeek #TheFutureIsNonbinary

"Sadly churches and other faith spaces historically haven't exactly been safe for LGBTQ+ people and at Oasis Church Bath we're determined to help tell a new story." If you missed this interview earlier this year, Jo, Hub Leader at Oasis Hub Bath discusses how Oasis Church Bath creates a safe, affirming space for LGBTQ+ people by embracing inclusivity in all aspects of their work. Jo also highlights her commitment to living out her faith through integrity, protest, and celebration. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/ehDV2txE

🌈 Intersex Awareness Day: Celebrating Diversity and Advocating for Rights 🌈 Today, we recognize Intersex Awareness Day—a vital moment to raise awareness, celebrate diversity, and amplify intersex voices. Intersex individuals are born with natural variations in sex characteristics that don’t fit typical definitions of male or female bodies. These variations are a beautiful part of human diversity, but intersex people often face stigma, discrimination, and unnecessary medical interventions. Here’s how we can support intersex individuals and contribute to a more inclusive world: 1. Listen and Learn: Understanding intersex experiences helps challenge stereotypes and dismantle biases. Follow intersex advocates, read personal stories, and educate yourself on the challenges intersex people face. 2. Advocate for Bodily Autonomy: Intersex children are often subject to non-consensual surgeries to “normalize” their bodies. Advocating for policies that protect bodily autonomy ensures intersex people have the right to make decisions about their own bodies. 3. Stand Against Discrimination: Intersex people face discrimination in healthcare, education, and employment. By supporting intersex-inclusive policies, we create a fairer and safer world for everyone. 4. Celebrate Intersex Pride: Intersex individuals contribute in countless ways to our communities, culture, and society. Let’s celebrate their uniqueness and resilience. By showing solidarity, we can help build a world where intersex people are seen, heard, and respected. Let’s make every day a day of awareness, understanding, and acceptance. 💛💜

The restorative and LGBTQ+ sectors need to work together in order to meet the needs of those affected by LGBTQ+ hate crime. Our new Good Practice Guide is an important step in this direction. It is the culmination of five years of research and showcases powerful case studies. https://lnkd.in/eNR_kstX

excellent Good Practice Guide with important lessons about how to support LGBT communities to use Restorative Justice to address hate crime.

New Year, same dedication to supporting LGBTQ+ people. Comment if you're with us in 2024. 🌈 While many individuals focus on health and career goals, it's equally important to consider resolutions that foster inclusivity and support for marginalized communities. ⬇️ Here are practical and meaningful ways to embrace LGBTQ+ allyship as you embark on the journey of the upcoming year: https://lnkd.in/eNU7UKn8 

What often gets lost in the conversation regarding gender inclusion is intersex folks who are individuals born with both characteristics of assigned female at birth and assigned make at birth folks. They are often assigned a gender based on external characteristics because we assume genitals equal gender as a society. Only allowing “male” or “female” based on gender assigned at birth denies the existence of intersex folks and prevents them from being included in the structure of society. (Prevalence of intersex babies is the same as red hair.)

Progress is made with allyship and consistent honest feedback. Have 15 min on your commute in or home today? Take a listen this 👇🏻 and then fill out the survey. There’s been a lot of progress made but still more to be done - the more data the better to help inform the actions needed. #lgbtq+ #beanally #participate