Be there

Speak out when you hear bullying, insults and harmful myths and stereotypes against lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex children and adults.

Avoid jokes, slurs and harmful stereotypes that can be hurtful to LGBTI people and let other people know that you find them offensive.

Confront your own prejudices and bias – especially if it makes you uncomfortable to do so.

Use people’s preferred terms, pronouns, genders and names. If you don’t know – respectfully ask.

Respect safety, privacy and confidentiality – do not refer to, or reveal, a person’s sexual orientation, gender identity or sex characteristics without their consent.

Reach out to organizations that are raising awareness and advocating to end criminalization, violence, discrimination and other abuses against lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex people – and ask them how you can support.

Don’t make assumptions about people’s sexual orientation, gender identity or sex characteristics.

Educate yourself about the diverse experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex people, their issues and concerns – in your community and around the world.

Come out as an ally! Be vocal of your support for the LGBTI community at school, at work, in your family, community and on social media.