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Ways to be an ally to the LGBTQ+ community: a quick list

• Be a good listener.
• Keep an open mind. 
• Be willing to engage in conversation. 
• Include and invite LGBTQ+ friends to spend time with your friends and family.
• Don’t make assumptions about people’s sexual orientation or gender identity. 
• Be mindful of anti-LGBTQ+ comments and/or jokes at the expense of the community. Speak up if you hear someone say something offensive.
• Take the time to confront your prejudices and inherent biases, even if it makes you uncomfortable. 
• Defend your LGBTQ+ friends who experience discrimination.