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#DYK that when Europeans arrived in the Americas, they documented encounters with two-spirit people? The term "Two-Spirit" does not simply mean someone who is a Native American/Alaska Native and gay. Traditionally, Native American two-spirit people were male, female, and sometimes intersex individuals who combined the activities of both men and women with traits unique to their status as two-spirit people. In most Tribes, they were considered neither men nor women; they occupied a distinct, alternative gender status. In many Tribes, two-spirit people were accepted and respected, but that changed with colonization. The colonizers, through forced assimilation efforts, changed acceptance into homophobia in many Indigenous communities. Today, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender Natives throughout North America are reviving the Two-spirit role and its traditions. This month, and every month, we want to celebrate our LGBTQ2S+ relatives - happy Pride Month from #NIHB! #HealthyNativeCommunites #PrideMonth #NativePride #Pride2024

At NACSP, we stand in #solidarity with the global #LGBTIQ+ community. Human rights should never be under attack, and we are committed to supporting and uplifting voices for equality and freedom. While North African countries may lag behind in terms of LGBTQ+ rights and #freedom of #Pride, it's crucial that we all take the time to inform ourselves about the progress and challenges in other regions. Explore the comprehensive 'Pride Around the World' report by Outright International for 2023. It's an eye-opening journey that lets you visualize the status of LGBTIQ freedoms worldwide. #NACSP #LGBTIQRights #EqualityForAll #PrideAroundTheWorld"

We celebrate the triumphs, resilience, and vibrancy of the transgender community. 💞 Our movement building at CHEVS is driven by a desire for a more inclusive and equitable society that embraces diversity and respects the inherent worth of every individual, regardless of gender identity. This week serves as a vital reminder that transgender rights are fundamental human rights. Let’s continue to amplify the voices of transgender persons, listen to their experiences, and work together to dismantle the barriers they face. #TransAwarenessWeek #TransRightsAreHumanRights #RespectForAll #transgenderawarenessweek

There are only two weeks left to take action by responding to the public consultation on the guidance which is open until 12 March. Here are four ways you can take action: 1. Respond to the consultation The coalition have created a guide on how to respond to the consultation which you can access via the campaign webpage. Allsorts Youth Project have also produced a guide for young people responding to the consultation. 2. Support the campaign You can do this by signing the Supportive Schools Campaign statement. 3. Write to your MP Use Mermaids' ‘Write to your MP’ tool to ask your MP to put pressure on the Government to listen to trans youth and ensure schools are safe and supportive spaces for all young people. LGBT Foundation are organising a range of consultation response sessions where LGBTQ+ people and allies are welcome to answer the consultation together, with the guidance of LGBTQ+ policy experts who will explain the guidance clearly and help answer any questions people have whilst filling in the consultation. 4. Share the campaign Spread the campaign far and wide with others by using the hashtag #SupportiveSchools and signposting them to the Campaign webpage. You can find all of these resources by accessing the Campaign webpage here: https://lnkd.in/d37w2cKP

There is only one week left to take action by responding to the public consultation on the guidance which is open until 12 March. Here are four ways you can take action: 1. Respond to the consultation The coalition have created a guide on how to respond to the consultation which you can access via the campaign webpage. Allsorts Youth Project have also produced a guide for young people responding to the consultation. 2. Support the campaign You can do this by signing the Supportive Schools Campaign statement. 3. Write to your MP Use Mermaids' ‘Write to your MP’ tool to ask your MP to put pressure on the Government to listen to trans youth and ensure schools are safe and supportive spaces for all young people. LGBT Foundation are organising a range of consultation response sessions where LGBTQ+ people and allies are welcome to answer the consultation together, with the guidance of LGBTQ+ policy experts who will explain the guidance clearly and help answer any questions people have whilst filling in the consultation. 4. Share the campaign Spread the campaign far and wide with others by using the hashtag #SupportiveSchools and signposting them to the Campaign webpage. You can find all of these resources by accessing the Campaign webpage here: https://lnkd.in/d37w2cKP

Happy International Transgender Day of Visibility or TDOV! Evident in 2024 is intensifying backlash toward trans people, be it through legislative measures which, according to the American Civil Liberties Union, includes 479 anti-LGBTQ bills introduced across state legislatures this year alone, to direct physical violence, declared an epidemic by the American Medical Association since 2019, which disproportionately affects Black trans women with a majority being young people of color. That’s why it’s necessary for trans people to be seen through authentic, diverse, and accurate stories which reflect the actual lived experiences of trans people; both for themselves and for the people who believe they’ve never met a trans person.(Source: glaad). GA-SWOG stands in allyship with our trans community members and supports the continued work of inclusion and equality. #transvisibility #inclusionmatters #transgenderdayofvisibility #transrightsarehumanrights #equality

Today is Transgender Day of Visibility! In recent years, there has been progress regarding trans visibility and representation in media, politics, and everyday life. However, we still have a long way to go in securing rights and equity for transgender people. The ACLU is tracking hundreds of bills in legislatures across the country that aim to dismantle the rights of Trans people. How can you help? 🌈 Visibly advocate for trans people and their families. 🏳️⚧️ Trust trans people when they say they feel unsafe. 📢 Amplify trans creators. I’d definitely recommend following A.C. Fowlkes, PhD (he/him), Liam Paschall, and Reina Campbell for content on transgender rights and equity. Just to name a few 😉 Keep speaking up for trans rights, even when it isn't popular. Remember, we are in this together. Trans rights are human rights; Happy Transgender Day of Visibility! #TransRights #TDOV #diveristy #Equity #Inclusion #DEI #TDOV2024

Section 28: The Queer Education We Never Had. For LGBT+ History Month. 20 years on from the repeal of Section 28, I spoke to WE CREATE SPACE about how leaders and businesses can prevent history from repeating itself. "20 years on from the repeal of Section 28, as important as it is to celebrate the progress and victories for LGBTQ+ rights and equality, it’s vitally important we recognise the way history has been repeating itself in recent years. We can draw many parallels from the attacks on gay rights back in the 80’s and 90’s to the experiences the trans community is facing in the UK today. I am reminded of the similarities when it comes to the increasing transphobia, down to almost identical language used by political leaders, the dis-informative media coverage and attempts to introduce trans exclusionary measures into businesses, schools, and education. But when we make strong comparisons by looking back into our history, we might just be able to find some answers and adopt similar methods to help us make positive change for the future. For organisations seeking to make improvements for their LGBTQ+ employees, any plan should include year round education, understanding of historical barriers faced by marginalised groups, and how that affects how people show up...." Read full piece here:

🌈 While we still have work to do queer rights have come a long way since the Stonewall Riots in 1969, these are some of the key legal milestones in the journey for #QueerRights. 1️⃣ Stonewall Riots (1969): A turning point in the LGBTQ+ rights movement, sparking widespread activism. 2️⃣ Decriminalization of Homosexuality (2003, USA): Lawrence v. Texas case led to the landmark decision to decriminalize homosexuality. 3️⃣ Marriage Equality (2015, USA): A historic moment when the Supreme Court ruled in favor of marriage equality in Obergefell v. Hodges. 4️⃣ Transgender Military Ban Lifted (2021, USA): A win for transgender rights, allowing all qualified Americans to serve their country in the military. 💬Today we honor the courage and determination of those who fought for these achievements, and continue to push for equality and acceptance in all aspects of life. #Pride2024 #LGBTQRights #Inclusion #diversity