Be An Ally
According to the Trevor Projects 2022 National Survey, 80% of LGBTQ youth in South Dakota have experienced discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
48% of SD LGBTQ youth report that recent politics negatively impact their wellbeing sometimes, while 39% report that recent politics impacts their wellbeing a lot.
Transgender individuals face significant discrimination and marginalization in many areas of life, including employment, housing, healthcare, and education. Allies can use their privilege and power to amplify the voices of trans individuals, challenge oppressive behaviors and attitudes, and you can help to create a world where everyone feels valued and respected. It requires individuals to take action against oppression and discrimination, even if it does not directly affect them. By working together as allies, we can create a better world for everyone.
How can you be an ally?
There are many ways to be an ally and it’s important that you find which ways of taking action work for you.
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***at TransAdvocacysd.org
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When it’s time to take action and reach out to your legislator, you can find them here.
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Register to vote and vote in the next election.
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The Transformation Project Advocacy Network has multiple opportunities for service! Learn More.
See our education Resources for Allies