Allyship 101: Supporting LGBTQI+ Youth

Unsure where to start? Use this toolkit as a reference for basic terms, concepts, and actions you can take to support LGBTQI+ youth in your community.

The importance of allyship cannot be understated: LGBTQ+ youth with supportive friends and family report less fear, better mental health, and stronger resilience than their peers without support. Allies play a vital role in creating spaces where LGBTQ+ youth feel seen, respected, and supported. Allyship reduces bullying and self-harm and improves mental health outcomes for LGBTQ+ youth.