Hi John,

Pride Month is right around the corner—and this year, more than any in recent history, the need to be visible and vocal is critical.

Our It Gets Better family has never shied away from showing up or making a statement. That’s why we’re urging you to order your Language is Power Pride merch now.

Framed art. Protest signs. Tees and button-ups. Even a BAN-dana!

Whether you're headed to the parade, the festival, or just the grocery store— we’ve got you covered. [[link removed]]

The current administration is trying to ban words like transgender, non-binary, and LGBTQ. They’re coming for immigrants. BIPOC. Even Gulf of Mexico. But we refuse to let them erase inclusive language from our vocabulary. It's too important.

Order your Language is Power Pride Merch by May 20 for delivery in time for Pride Month! [[link removed]]

Every purchase fuels It Gets Better programs that help LGBTQ+ youth thrive—by equipping them with tools to speak up, advocate for themselves, and lead their communities with pride.

This isn’t just a merch drop. It’s a message to every young person watching: You are not the problem. And you are not alone.

Thank you for showing up and getting loud with us this Pride season [[link removed]]

Ross W. von Metzke (he/him)

Senior Director, Marketing and Communications

It Gets Better

P.S. Not into Pride merch? That’s okay. You can still make an early Pride Month donation [[link removed]] in support of It Gets Better's critical work to support LGBTQ+ youth, including...

• Grants for youth-led projects in schools and communities

• Our Youth Voices program supporting the leaders of tomorrow

• Original content that reaches millions on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and more

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