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Allies — people who are not LGBTQ+ themselves — have done an enormous amount to advance the cause of LGBTQ+ equality. An ally can show support for LGBTQ+ friends, co-workers, classmates, neighbors, co-congregants, family members and others in a wide variety of ways.

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LGBTQ+ Pride Flags

In the LGBTQ+ community, we signify our pride with flags. With many different identities in the community, there comes many different flags to know. We have collected all of the…

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Transgender, Allies

Understanding the Transgender Community

Transgender people come from all walks of life, and HRC Foundation has estimated that there are more than 2 million of us across the United States. We are parents, siblings,…

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Allies, Health & Aging, LGBTQ+ Youth

Understanding the Intersex Community

“You are human; you are whole. You are normal. Intersex is normal...We love you, and you are not alone.” - Former HRC Foundation Youth Ambassador Jahni Leggette (she/they)
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Allies, Sexual Health, Coming Out, Health & Aging, LGBTQ+ Youth

Understanding the Asexual Community

What Does It Mean to be Asexual?
Asexual, often called “ace” for short, refers to a complete or partial lack of sexual attraction or lack of interest in sexual activity…

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Transgender, LGBTQ+ Youth, Allies, Coming Out, Parenting, Research

Understanding Neopronouns

What are Neopronouns? Pronouns are the words we use to refer to ourselves and others and are an important part of our daily lives. In English, the most common personal…

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Allies, Communities of Color, Research

Understanding Drag: As American as Apple Pie

Drag is a performance art that uses costumes, makeup, and other tools to present exaggerated forms of gender expression to critique gender inequalities and imagine a transformational future where people…

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Workplace, LGBTQ+ Youth, Health & Aging, HIV & Health Equity, Research, Allies

Understanding Disability in the LGBTQ+ Community

Disability refers to conditions that impair the body or mind and make it more difficult or impossible to do certain activities or functions of daily living. The Centers for Disease…

State & Local Policy, Laws & Legislation, College, Allies, LGBTQ+ Youth, Parenting, Empowering Advocate Communities

Tips for Preparedness, Peaceful Protesting, and Safety

Safety and preparedness are essential in uncertain times. Whether you're preparing for an emergency or participating in a peaceful protest, these guidelines will help ensure your safety and well-being.