Conclusion

#LoveWins sends a positive message that millions of people have sent out and responded to online over the past 12 years. The hashtag has been very important to the protection and growth of the LGBTQ+ community. It is clear that there are many hurdles to overcome for this community in society. It is also possible that this hashtag may help with those hurdles by spreading the message of love even further. The hashtag has helped strengthen the gay community online by providing hope to those within the community, providing the community with a space to post freely and interact with one another, and extending their message beyond the community to create allies.