straight for equality
straight for equality materials for everyday allies

There are lots of Straight for Equality resources out there – and everday allies are in need of more than just the basics to keep the conversation going. Here are some useful tools to help make that happen.

  1. the guide to being a straight ally
    Everyday Allies can learn more about what it means to be an ally and get some great tips and tools to being more openly and actively supportive of their LGBTQ+, friends, family, classmates, and colleagues.
     
  2. 10 Things You Can Do to Be an Ally
    Looking for a ways to go from thinking that you're an ally to really taking action? You may be supportive already, but here are a few ideas for 10 more simple things that you can do to come out, speak up, and join in as an ally.
     
  3. read this before you put your metatarsals between your mandible and maxilla: straight for equality in healthcare
    Everyday allies often look for ways to initiate conversations about LGBTQ+ equality with others. Check out guide that helps healthcare professionals understand how they too can help move equality forward, and then share it with one of your healthcare providers. 
     
  4. 10 Things You Can Do to Be an Ally in Healthcare
    Want to be a resource to healthcare providers who are trying to provide more culturally competent care for LGBTQ+ patients? Check out this list of 10 simple things that they can do to come out, speak up, and join as an ally in healthcare.
     
  5. be not afraid, help is on the way! straight for equality in faith communities
    Learn how to address your own challenges to being an ally when it comes to LGBTQ+ issues in the context of your religious beliefs. lready read it? Don’t have challenges? Make a commitment to share it with another potential ally in your faith community.
     
  6. 10 Things You Can Do to Be an Ally in your Faith Community
    Ready to take the discussion about the interesections of religious tradition, faith, and LGBTQ+ issues a little further? Learn 10 simple things that you can do to come out, speak up, and join as an ally in your faith community.