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Advocate for LGBTQ+ Young People: A Guide on How to Be an Active Ally

This guide is informed by LGBTQ+ young people and adult experts, and provides the everyday and long-term commitments we can each make to build kind, brave, and inclusive communities.

In partnership with Hopelab, Bard Early College, Centerlink, WeEmbodyLab, and Nebraska Evaluation & Center Research, Born This Way Foundation created a resource guide: Advocate for LGBTQ+ Young People: A Guide on How to Be an Active Ally.

This guide is informed by LGBTQ+ young people and adult experts, and provides the everyday and long-term commitments we can each make to build kind, brave, and inclusive communities.


Next Step? Take Action.

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Be kind and reach out. A small gesture, like reaching out to friends, colleagues, and family members who identify as LGBTQ+, can make a difference. Even a simple message such as "Thinking of you - how are you doing?" shows genuine care and support.

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