This is Allyship in action!

“When we choose kindness, we help others choose it too. It becomes a full-circle moment; the kind that can bring us together.”
 

“When he was honest about his fears, something in me softened. That moment of vulnerability became the bridge between us.”

“I’ve always felt responsible to pave the way for my kids to be themselves. Supporting my gay son is just an extension of that.”

“Allyship saved my life. Being loved and listened to in my darkest moments is what pulled me out of unimaginable pain.”

“I try to live so that people see my love first, not my orientation; though sometimes my love makes my orientation the first thing they see.”

"Be intentional. Love and support require learning. We need to understand what people truly need, not what we assume they need. "

“Advocacy isn't about giving voice to the voiceless—they have voices. It's about learning their language and helping others listen.”

“Saying ‘all are welcome’ means nothing if people have to hide who they are to belong.”

“We’re losing our humanity when we see people as groups instead of as human. When you hear someone’s story, you can’t deny their humanity.”

"I just try to use my voice as much as possible, in every context that I can. Not every conversation has to be big. "

“In trying times, our voices matter. Be seen, even when you’re scared, that’s how justice moves forward.”

“I really just wanted to be brave and share a little more about myself. It’s uncomfortable, but I know that there is a different level of freedom in being transparent."

“When people walk into your space, they need to know they’re seen, they’re valued, and they belong, exactly as they are.”
 

"We are all a 'human family' worldwide and we should conduct ourselves as such. It is important at my church that people feel dignity for who they are."

"What would be my biggest regret if I did not do—or at least try—to live authentically? This question had weighed on me so heavily, for so long! "

"The most important thing to know is we are all human and deserve to live our lives. Show compassion and empathy. Give kindness and respect."

“Hope comes from standing up, even when it’s terrifying, and taking back the pen to write your own story.”

“My work and my message are the same: show up with courage and defend those who need you. Inclusion is championing others to be brave.”

“I couldn’t wait for someone else to do something. I had to be the one.”

“It’s heartbreaking to watch the world make your child struggle simply for being who they are at their center.”

"We come from love and we return to love. No one has the authority to tell you otherwise.”

"This led to conversations where I let them know I do not respect people who don’t respect my rights. It was a hard thing to say to my parents."

“I’m angry at how the trans and queer community is being treated. Knowing so many of us feel this helps me feel less scared and less alone.” 

“The process was intense, but every question, every conversation, and every step led us to our daughter.”

"To me, there are no limits to a mother’s love and I cannot imagine there ever being a limit to it, especially when it comes to something that really doesn’t affect her lifestyle directly. "
 

"Why can’t we all be ok together and just love everyone because I genuinely love everyone? I love who everyone is as a being. If you are here on earth you are here for a purpose. "

"I often address students and try to tell them that there are countless paths to finding happiness. There are so many Allies that would jump at the chance to mentor or advise on finding that place. "

"When someone gives you feedback on how to be better, accept it as the compliment it is."   

"There are churches who will love and affirm you exactly as you are. 

They actively love you and are not seeking to change you."

“I still serve but now I serve the LGBTQ+ community. After years of shame and silence, I choose pride, happiness, and hope.”

“When the Queer community and our Allies stand side by side, we begin to see what justice truly looks like.”

"Once I found out I had a gay son, I realized I had a lot to learn and began to educate myself about being LGBTQ+ in America."

“Transgender and intersex identities aren’t about sexual orientation, they’re about who you are. Understanding that changes everything.”