THE SAVVY ALLY : A GUIDE FOR BECOMING A SKILLED LGBTQ+ ADVOCATE – JEANNIE GAINSBURG

"Bursting with passion and humor, The Savvy Ally: A Guide for Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ Advocate is a treasure trove for allies to the LGBTQ+ communities. This fully revised second edition includes: The most current information on identities and LGBTQ+ languageTips for respectfully sharing, gathering, and using pronounsLGBTQ+ etiquette, including common language bloopers toavoidTools for navigating difficult conversationsBest practices for creating LGBTQ+ inclusive spacesAppropriate actions to take after messing up Techniques for self-care and sustainable allyship The Savvy Ally is a vital resource for teachers, mental health professionals, healthcare providers, college professors, faith leaders, family members, and friends who want to support and advocate for the LGBTQ+ people in their lives and help make the world a safer, more inclusive place. This informative, encouraging, and easy-to-understand guidebook will jump-start even the most tentative ally. 100% of the royalties from the first year of sales of this 2nd edition will be donated to nonprofit organizations working to build a safer and more inclusive world for LGBTQ+ people."