Oftentimes, individuals may not believe they have the tools, resources, or influence to be an ally. They may fear saying or doing the wrong thing, or may feel that they do not have the knowledge needed to contribute meaningfully to a conversation. Being an ally doesn’t have to mean starting a campaign, kicking off a new initiative, or organizing an event (although these are all great efforts). It is often through our smallest day-to-day interactions…
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Lawmakers in state houses across the country continue advancing a record-breaking number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills in state legislatures, and this weaponization of public policy has been driven by extremists that have a long history in working to oppress the existence and rights of LGBTQ+ people. Now more than ever, folks who identify as LGBTQ+ may need help. Boston Tutoring Services has put together a list of resources, and we hope they will find those in…
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Everyone deserves to live in a welcoming, loving world, and organizations like the Trevor Project strive to help make it so. The Trevor Project is an American nonprofit organization focused on suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth. If you are interested in learning more about being an ally to LGBTQ+ youth, please read on for excerpts from the Trevor Project’s guide for allies. The first step to becoming an…
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