LGBTQI+ 101 & Allyship

LGBTQI+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and more) related terminology is rapidly changing and represents many different communities.

We offer multiple resources for you here to begin to explore LGBTQI terminology. Note when working with individuals it is important to use the terminology and pronouns with which they most identify. When in doubt - ask!

Allyship

Being an ally to LGBTQ+ individuals and communities is a process, and something that a person has to work on every day. While we can't give any one person a definitive list of actions to take to be a supportive and helpful ally in every situation, here are some links to get you started.

The Gender Equity Resource Center at UC Berkeley created this fantastic guide about ways to be an active ally.

PFLAG is a national organization to provide support, information, and resources for LGBTQ+ people, their parents and families, and allies. There is even a chapter in the Buffalo/Niagara Area!

How to be an Ally at Canisius

• Attend Unity Meetings and Events, and be public and open about your membership and participation

• Familiarize yourself with campus resources so you can help those who ask

• Add your pronouns to your email signature

• Be willing to correct those who misgender or deadname someone

• Consider inviting Unity to participate or collaborate for events and meetings