Celebrate Pride by Lending Your Support to These Essential LGBT Organizations
Introduction
As we celebrate ‘Pride Month’, it’s important to not only show our support for the LGBTQ community through marching and visibility but also through actively supporting organizations that work towards achieving equality and justice. Here are some essential LGBT organizations to consider lending your support to during ‘Pride Month’ and beyond.
One such organization is The Trevor Project, the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ youth. According to a recent study, nearly 40% of transgender adults reported having made a suicide attempt, with 92% of these individuals attempting before the age of 25. The Trevor Project offers a 24/7 lifeline for LGBTQ youth in crisis, as well as resources for parents and educators.
Another organization worth supporting is the National Center for Transgender Equality, which works towards advancing the rights of transgender individuals through advocacy, education, and collaboration. The NCTE focuses on a range of issues affecting the trans community, such as employment discrimination and access to healthcare.
The Human Rights Campaign is another important organization to support, as the largest national LGBTQ civil rights organization. The HRC works towards LGBTQ equality through lobbying, litigation, and grassroots activism in a variety of areas, including adoption and parenting rights, hate crimes, and healthcare.
These are just a few of the many incredible organizations working towards LGBTQ equality and justice. Whether it be through donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness, let’s show our support for the LGBTQ community this ‘Pride Month’ and beyond.
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Why Supporting LGBT Organizations Matters
‘Pride Month’ is a time to celebrate the strength and resilience of the LGBTQ community. But beyond throwing parties and attending parades, it’s important to remember that there is still work to be done in terms of advocating for full equality and protecting the rights of all LGBTQ individuals. That’s why lending your support to essential LGBT organizations is an important way to show up for the community during ‘Pride Month’ and all year round.
These organizations work tirelessly to advance LGBTQ rights and support those who are most vulnerable within the community, such as youth homelessness prevention group The Trevor Project and transgender advocacy organization Trans Women of Color Collective (TWOCC). They also work to educate the public on issues affecting the LGBTQ community, like the National LGBTQ Task Force’s “National Conference on LGBT Equality: Creating Change.”
So as you celebrate Pride this month, consider donating to or volunteering with one of these essential LGBT organizations. Your support can go a long way in making a positive impact on the LGBTQ community.
Supporting LGBTQ+ Small Businesses
In addition to donating to essential LGBT organizations, another way to show support for the community during ‘Pride Month’ is by purchasing from and supporting LGBTQ+ owned small businesses.
There are numerous directories, such as Outbox and Yelp’s “Open to All” feature, that can help you find and support LGBTQ+ owned businesses in your area. These can range from clothing and design companies to restaurants, to fitness studios.
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Shopping at these small businesses not only helps support the LGBTQ+ community financially, but also sends a message that their presence and contributions are valued. So before heading to a big-name store for ‘Pride Month’ merchandise, consider checking out what LGBTQ+ owned small businesses have to offer. Your purchases can make a difference in the lives and success of members of the community.
Conclusion
In conclusion, there are numerous ways to show support for the LGBTQ+ community during ‘Pride Month’ and beyond. Donating to essential LGBT organizations, supporting LGBTQ+ owned small businesses, and educating yourself and others on issues affecting the community are all ways to make a positive impact.
Remember – supporting the LGBTQ+ community isn’t just important during ‘Pride Month’. It should be a continual effort throughout the year. Keep fighting for equality and justice, and never stop showing your support. Happy Pride!