How can I be a good ally to the LGBTQ+ community?

Be supportive. Not over the top, just stand up for them if nobody else is, or support any LGBTQ friends you might have

You can be s good ally by respecting and helping one another in the lgbtq+ community and walk together with pride!

One of the best ways to be an ally is to be a friend. Don't define a person as "your gay friend", but think of him/her/them as a friend first. If you are there to listen and provide support without falling into the trap that being different is our defining characteristic, then you're well on your way to becoming a good ally.

The best way that you can support the LGBTQ+ community is to treat them as you would with anyone else. Remember that who we like doesn't define us and it doesn't give anyone the right to treat them differently. We are all the same person as yourself. Just don't make a big deal about their sexuality, some people don't like it!

Something that really helps is to be there to talk if a friend in the community needs it. There are also times when they may need support. You can join a GSA or LGBTQ+ group. There is no perfect way to be a good ally. Treat them the way you treat a good friend, with respect and kindness.

If anyone tries to make fun of the community, stop them. You may want to go to rallies. As long as you are acting on their side, not making fun of them, supporting them, you are a good ally.

You can be a good ally to the LGBTQ+ community by increasing awareness. Speaking about it freely with friends, making them feel like they are not judged. Avoiding offensive LGBTQ+ words, defending LGBTQ+ members and spreading the message that it is okay to be different. People should not judge others by who they feel attracted to. Try also to be understanding of homophobes, you will not do any change if you refuse to listen to them. Try listening to them and then explaining why, in your opinion, being LGBTQ+ and everyone should think so too. By doing these, you can help the LGBTQ+ community.

In my experience I have most grateful to my allies that have taken the time to ask what they could do. You are already doing one of the most helpful things. The act of asking acknowledges the person in front of you. One of my meditation teachers told me his most important practice was to say to himself, "the person in front of me is important and their happiness matters" before he spoke with another person. Focusing on compassion and kindness makes you an amazing ally to everyone. The best way to support LGBTQ+ community is to treat them normally. Just remember that sexuality or gender identify don't define any of us and we are still the same people so just act with LGBTQ+ person the same as you are acting with others. For me it would be the best, don't make a big deal on my sexuality and I think there is a lot of people from LGBTQ+ community who would agree with me!