LGBTQ+ Identities, Issues, and Allies
The diverse world of LGBTQ+ identities, issues, and allyship through terms, definitions, experiences, coming out process, and ways to support someone coming out. Learn about sexuality, gender, intersectionality, and the importance of LGBTQ+ allies.
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LGBTQ Identities, Issues, and Allyship
Overview O Terms and Definitions O LGBTQ Experiences O Coming out O Intersectional LGBTQ lives O Role of LGBTQ Allies O Local/Regional/National Resources
Terms and Definitions O LGBTQ (or LGBTQ+) is an umbrella term encompassing diverse O Sexuality/Sexual Orientation O Sexual Identity O Sexual Attraction O Sexual Behavior O Gender Identity and Expression
What does the acronym stand for? O L Lesbian O G Gay O B Bisexual O T Trans* O Q Queer O + - Q (questioning), I (intersex), A (aromantic), A (asexual), and other sexual/gender identities O Colloquially, Queer often is an umbrella term
Sexuality/Sexual Orientation O Sexual orientation O [Insert definition] O [Insert examples] O Sexual Identity O [definition] O [examples] O Sexual behavior O [definition] O [examples]
Biological Sex vs. Gender O [Insert definition] O [Insert example; make sure to include Trans*-examples]
LGBTQ+ Experiences O [Simple statistics of LGBTQ demographics general or specific to discipline/course/industry] O i.e.) https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/visuali zation/lgbt-stats/?topic=LGBT#demographic
LGBTQ+ Experiences O Coming Out O Needs and Vulnerabilities O Intersectionality
Coming Out O Self-disclosure of one s sexual orientation and/or gender identity O Coming out is NOT a one-time deal; it is a process O Why outing can be deadly: O https://www.thetaskforce.org/why-outing- can-be-deadly/
How to support someones coming out O Listen to their feelings O Avoid judgment and examine own biases O Respect confidentiality O [other examples relevant to your discipline/topic/class]
Pronouns Matter O Using someone's correct gender pronouns is one of the most basic ways to show your respect for their identity O For more information: O https://culture.calpoly.edu/PrideCenter/Pron ounsMatter
LGBTQ+ Needs and Vulnerabilities O [Statistics or examples of LGBTQ+ specific political, economic, social, and/or cultural needs and vulnerabilities relevant to your discipline/topic/class] O i.e.) youth homelessness, substance abuse, economic instability, etc.
Intersectionality and LGBTQ+ Lives O Sexual and gender identity intersects with race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, etc. O [Example specific to discipline/topic/course]
Race and LGBTQ+ Race and gender influences LGB individuals worldview O LGB racial minorities understand the impact of same- sex marriage on their personal lives from their racially- specific understandings and significance of the institution of marriage O Lee, J. (2018). Black LGB identities and perceptions of same-sex marriage. Journal of homosexuality, 65(14), 2005-2027. Lee, J. (2020). Race, Same-Sex Marriage, and the Politics of Respectability among Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Racial Minorities. The Sociological Quarterly, 1-24. O O
Race and LGBTQ+ For more social and demographic information: O Battle, J., Pastrana Jr, A. J., & Daniels, J. (2012). Social justice sexuality survey: The executive summary for the Black population. New York City. 8 O Battle, J., Pastrana Jr, A. J., & Daniels, J. (2013). Social Justice Sexuality Survey: The Executive Summary for the Asian/Pacific Islander Population. Social Justice Sexuality. 9 O Battle, J., Pastrana Jr, A. J., & Daniels, J. (2013). Social Justice Sexuality Survey: The Executive Summary for the Asian/Pacific Islander Population. Social Justice Sexuality. O
LGBTQ+ Allyship O Ally a person whose commitment to dismantling oppression is reflected in a willingness to do the following: O Educate oneself about oppression O Learn from and listen to targets of oppression O Examine and challenge own prejudices O Learn and practice skills to challenge oppressive remarks, behaviors, politics, and institutional structure O Act collaboratively with members of the target group to dismantle oppression
LGBTQ+ Allies can.. Be aware of the power of language O match tone O use I statements O respect preferred pronouns and validate all queer identities O Offer support without judgment O talk with someone, not for someone O make brave spaces, not safe spaces O work through own guilt & privilege O practice empathy O [other ways of being an ally specific to discipline/topic/course] O
How can I be a good ally? O Recognize Recognize O Your personal role in creating brave space O Your positionality, privilege, and responsibility O Think Think about all your own multiple identities O Be aware of Be aware of, analyze according to a situation and social context analyze, and take take appropriate actions actions O Take accountability O [other ways specific to discipline/topic/course]
Resources O Cal Poly Pride Center O https://culture.calpoly.edu/PrideCenter O [list of national & local LGBTQ support groups, both general and specific to discipline/topic/class] O i.e.) The Trevor Project, HRC, GLAAD, Gay & Lesbian Alliance of the Central Coast
