There’s still a lot of work left to do for gender equality.
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** Friend, today is International Women’s Day!
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We’re holding space to celebrate the progress made by and in partnership with women all over the world — and we recognize there’s still a lot of work left to do for gender equality.
We will continue to work together for progress by changing discourse, policies, and perception. Here are four actions you can take to honor women and challenge gender inequality today:
1. Embrace how youth self-identify their gender.
It’s not only the right thing to do, it saves lives. LGBTQ young people who had access to spaces affirming their sexual orientation and gender identity reported lower rates of attempting suicide than those who did not. Learn more and share the ways we can be better allies. ([link removed])
2. Use gender-inclusive language.
Promote gender equality and help eradicate gender bias by utilizing gender-neutral options like “folks,” “team,” or “friends” in group settings. It can play a key role in creating a more inclusive culture. And when mistakes are made, remember to listen, hold yourself accountable, and do better next time. Check out Trevor's guide on understanding gender identities. ([link removed])
3. Support our advocacy work: Donate to The Trevor Project. ([link removed])
There are nearly 200 anti-LGBTQ bills being considered across the country, most of which specifically target transgender and nonbinary youth. When asked about new policies that would ban transgender girls from playing on girls' sports teams, 57% of trans youth said it made them feel sad, 43% felt stressed, and nearly 1 in 3 felt scared. It’s clear— our work affirming and protecting LGBTQ young people everywhere is critical. Please support Trevor's work to provide crisis services and advocate for policies protecting LGBTQ youth. ([link removed])
4. Spread the word about available support.
71% of transgender and nonbinary youth feel scared about the future. The Trevor Project is available 24/7, 365 days a year from anywhere in the U.S. It is 100% confidential and free. You can get immediate support from trained counselors who understand the challenges LGBTQ young people face. ([link removed])
In solidarity,
The Trevor Project
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