On Becoming an Ally

In so many ways it is tragic that I need to write about becoming an ally to the LBGTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/ questioning, asexual+) community. That said, even though there has been more and more acceptance in social media, television, and the movies, and even in everyday life, systemic prejudice still runs rampant. Pride Month came about to bring the plight of these communities into awareness as well as spark solidarity and support, but this is only the tipping point of what is needed to bring about the level of change all throughout the year that is needed.