As June rolls in, so does Pride Month, a time to honor the vibrant LGBTQIA+ community and all its beautiful diversity. It’s not just about celebration; it’s about acknowledging the struggles, too, and committing to a more inclusive world.
This month, we’re diving into resources that focus on self-care and empowerment because taking pride in who you are is key. Whether it’s finding ways to support friends and family or advocating for broader change, every little action counts. Let’s listen, learn, and lift each other up as we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and work towards a more accepting society.
SELECTED RESOURCES
How to Feel More Connected During Pride Month
By Ariel Friedman M.A., M.Ed.Â
For some, Pride is an important and validating opportunity to feel seen and connect with the broader LGBTQIA+ community. For others, however, Pride month may come with a more complex set of emotions.
How connected a person feels to the LGBTQIA+ community is heavily influenced by the intersecting identities that individual holds. Dive in and learn more at the link below.
The Misconceptions of LGBTQ: What You Need to Know
By Kyle Kittleson and Ramani Durvasula M.A. Ph.D.
There are still widespread misconceptions surrounding the LGBTQ community across the United States. Here’s what you need to know about the misconceptions of LGBTQ+, how to respond to those misconceptions, and how to be a better ally.
Watch the 13-minute Video Here
LGBTQ&A
The Advocate
Dive into this podcast series hosting weekly interviews with the most interesting LGBTQ+ people in the world. Recent guests have included Laverne Cox, Pete Buttigieg, Roxane Gay, and Brandi Carlile. LGBTQ&A is hosted by Jeffrey Masters and produced by The Advocate magazine, in partnership with GLAAD.
Listen to the Podcast Series Here
Pride Explained for Kids
By: Pop’n’Olly
This brief video is for children to learn about the history of Pride. Why do we celebrate Pride? Where does it come from? This video provides an overview of what happened on June 28th, 1969 at the Stonewall Inn, allowing us to educate our youth about Pride.
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