Pride and support for our 2SLGBTQ+ community goes beyond a month. In this blog, Edmonton Based Counsellor, Adam Sartore, explores how we can consciously show up as allies for 2SLGBTQ+ folks every day.
While as a country Canada has come a long way (from the decriminalization of homosexuality in 1969 to the legalization of same-sex marriage in 2005), many 2SLGBTQ+ Canadians continue to face widespread oppression and experience poorer mental health than the majority of the general population. The following paints a picture of some of the unique challenges experienced by 2SLGBTQ+ Canadians:
So what daily action can we take to show up as conscious and supportive allies? The following provides a starting point and is by no means an exhaustive list:
The following is a list of affirming health care and support services for folks in Edmonton and across Alberta:
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