How To Be A Good LGBTQ Ally

Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen - A podcast by Heather Hester - Tuesdays

In this episode, Heather shares seven tips for being a good ally and why being a good ally to your Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Queer loved one is so important. 1. Be a good listener2. Don't be afraid to ask questions, but do your own research3. Get comfortable with being uncomfortable4. Speak up5. Support equality6. Learn the language7. Offer financial support if you are ableResources mentioned in the episode:GLSEN - www.glsen.orgThe Trevor Project - www.thetrevorproject.orgSAGE - www.sage.orgHow to be an LGBTQ Ally - Next AvenueLGBTQ Ally Tips - UCDavis LGBTQIA Resource CenterWays to be an LGBTQ Ally and Supporter - Oprah MagazineBeing an Ally - Youth for ChangeWhat a Good LGBTQ Ally Looks Like - VoxTerminology glossaries - Human Rights Campaign, Lambda Legal, The Trevor Project, PLFAGThe Genderbread PersonConnect with Heather: Solutions listed on her website: https://chrysalismama.com For the Language of LGBTQIA+ E-book, visit: https://learnwith.chrysalismama.com/book  Digital Coming Out Course for Parents - Text Ally to 55444 to get Heather's "My kid just came out and I'm freaking out!" Toolkit!Mentioned in this episode:Pre-order Parenting with Pride Now: https://chrysalismama.com/bookGet your Free "Pronouns Made Simple" download now: https://learnwith.chrysalismama.com/optin