Allies are people of the dominant or majority group who work to end oppression in their private and professional lives through support of, and as an advocate for the oppressed population.  LGBTQ+ Allies are supportive advocates for LGBTQ+ communities through their activism, involvement, or their on-going commitment to speak out against oppression and inequality. While allies can be straight and/or cisgender individuals, LGBTQ+ identified individuals can also serve as allies to other oppressed communities within the LGBTQ+ spectrum.

Allies can help LGBTQ+ people by actively working to end homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, cissexism, and heterosexism.

If you are an Ally, then please learn how you can get involved on campus and remember that most LGBTQ+ events on campus are open to everyone!