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What is an Ally?

There are many ways to be an ally for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (GLBT) students and employees. Here are a few ideas:

  • Believe that SIUC is enriched and enlivened by the diversity of GLBT people.

  • Be aware of the presence of GLBT students, faculty, and staff and be willing to engage in genuine dialogue and interaction.

  • Be willing to discuss issues impacting GLBT people's lives in a non-judgmental manner.

  • Know GLBT resources and be willing to refer students to support and information resources on campus and in the community.

  • Consistently use inclusive language, avoid stereotyping, and do not assume everyone is heterosexual.

  • Maintain confidentiality.

  • Go through Safe Zone training and advertise your workspace as safe space by hanging the Safe Zone sign.

  • Challenge homophobic comments.

For further information, to schedule a speaker, or if you wish to know more about being a GLBT Ally, please contact the GLBT Resource Center, Woody Hall B-260, 618.453.5627, glbtrc@siu.edu

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