From The Identity Issue 2023
BE AN LGBTQIA+ ALLY
#1 SIGN
THE EQUALITY ACT
In 29 states, LGBTQ+ people have limited to no legal protections. From housing security to employment services, the Equality Act would help to ensure equal rights for the LGBTQIA+ community. Show your support by signing the petition in the link
#2 BE AN ALLY
If you or someone you know is LGBTQ+, is questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation, or just wants to learn more about how to support and understand those who are, The Trevor Project has curated resources to help you learn and communicate. Check them out!
#3 KEEP LEARNING
Celebrating Pride originally began out of protest. June 28, 1969 marks the start of the Stonewall riots in which the LGBTQ+ community responded to a police raid that began at the Stonewall Inn, a bar in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village. The Stonewall Inn served as a haven for the city’s LGBTQ+ community. Visit the list of learning resources, including organizations like The Marsha P. Johnson Insitute and The National Center for Transgender Equality. If you’ve been looking for a new documentary, browse through 10 documentaries and films that commemorate the Stonewall protests and the activists that led the movement, initiating what we know today as Pride.
Visit the National Center for Transgender Equality
is it the Marsha P. Johnson Institute
Scan the list of must-watch documentaries
Learn more about the connection between cyberbullying and social media in this comprehensive guide put together by Cutter Law P.C. in California. (this is not a paid submission)
The Recovery Center at Palmer Lake, located in Colorado, notes “People in the LGBTQ+ community are more likely to experience social stigma, discrimination, rejection, abuse and ostracism from society and even their families. People who identify as anything but heterosexual often face more challenges in their life, in addition to daily stressors, and as a result are at a higher risk of developing mental health and substance use disorders.” The program discusses LGBTQ+ Drug and Alcohol Treatment information and resources to consider when seeking help.
(this is not a paid submission)
VEGANISM + ANIMAL RIGHTS
#1 LEARN
Social Compassion in Legislation’s mission is to save and protect animals in the wild, on the farm, and in homes through public policy advocacy in California and beyond. SCIL works closely with legislators to sponsor compassionate legislation and steer regulations that affect animals, as well as fight legislation that does harm. Scan below and follow the link to send a letter of support for legislation SCIL is working on.
#2 WATCH
Look no further than this list to find documentaries, movies, and streaming shows that will inspire you to take action on animal rights or to become vegan.
IMMIGRATION
#1 SIGN
Urge your senators to advocate for an equitable pathway to citizenship.
#2 KEEP LEARNING
Immigration has a long, storied history in our country. The path to citizenship is paved with ever-changing policy and an often misunderstood process. Get educated on policy, reform and how your vote can create change for those waiting for their status to change.
#3 WATCH
Watch documentaries about immigration in the United States, personal and powerful narratives from other individuals and families awaiting U.S. Citizenship.
