Anti-2SLGBTQIA+ Discrimination Resources

Today is the Day to Be a Better Ally

The Stonewall Riots of 1969 was a pivotal event for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. It was a catalyst in the fight for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights as the Rainbow Communities and their allies were no longer willing to accept the inequity, harassment, and violence that they had been subjected to. Fast forward to today, over 50 years later, 2SLGBTQIA+ people continue to fight for equity and inclusion.

While one cannot disregard the advancements made to 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, there is still further work to be done as anti-2SLGBTQIA+ attitudes persist. People within this community continue to be “othered” as heteronormative practices and attitudes are engrained within society and culture. These harmful beliefs follow people into the workplace, creating toxic environments where 2SLGBTQIA+ people are unable to bring their full selves to work. There is immense work to be done to create psychologically safe and inclusive workplaces where 2SLGBTQIA+ people are free of stigmatization and discrimination, can be their authentic selves, and are able to thrive!

But this fight is not just for people within the Rainbow Communities and those who possess power over the oppressive systems and policies. Rather, there is a role for each one of us. Upholding the status quo and failing to proactively educate yourself on the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ people causes harm. 2SLGBTQIA+ people are not responsible for educating you and you must do the work on how to be a better ally, as this is the foundation of meaningful change and true inclusion.

Notes:
* This resource page includes content from across the globe, with a focus on Canadian resources.  
** Resources included in this page were compiled in 2023. If you are unable to access a resource using the link or platform provided, please reach out to us directly and we would be happy to help. 

Articles to Read:

Check out “LGBTQ+ in the Workplace: Supporting Authenticity” for additional reading and resources

Videos to Watch:

Podcasts to Subscribe to:

Books to Read:

Films and TV Series to Watch:

  • Are You Proud? (Ashley Joiner) - Available to rent on Peccadillo Pictures

  • The Bisexual (Desiree Akhavan) – Available to rent*

  • The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson (David France) – Netflix

  • Disclosure (Sam Feder) – Netflix

  • First Stories: Two Spirited (Sharon A. Desjarlais) – National Film Board 

  • Free CeCe! (Jacqueline Gares) – Available to rent

  • How to Survive a Plague (David France) – Available to rent

  • Moonlight (Barry Jenkins) – Available to rent

  • Milk (Gus Van Sant) – Available to rent

  • Niish Manidoowag (Two-Spirited Beings) (Debbie S. Mishibinijima) – National Film Board

  • Pariah (Dee Rees) – Available to rent

  • Paris is Burning (Jennie Livingston) – Available to rent

  • Pride Docuseries - Disney +

  • Saving Face (Alice Wu) – Available to rent

  • A Secret Love (Chris Bolan) – Netflix

  • Stonewall Forever: A Documentary about the Past, Present, and Future of Pride – Stonewall Forever

  • TransLash Playlist – TransLash Media

*For titles that are available to rent, check out if they are available on your preferred streaming service (e.g., Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies & TV, Youtube, etc.
For ideas on additional documentaries to watch, check out “Must-Watch Documentaries about LGBTQ History, Rights and Visibility”

Organizations to Follow on Social Media:

Terms to Know:

To be a 2SLGBTQIA+ ally, it is integral that you have a comprehension of the proper terminology …

Resources for Raising 2SLGBTQIA+ Allies:

WEBSITES:

Spaces for Mental and Physical Health:

The spaces provided above are a limited example of what exists. If you need help finding any specific resources for mental and physical health, please contact us directly and we would be happy to provide assistance.