06/17/2021
Happy Pride Month, from the SAIRC! To celebrate Pride Month, we compiled resources for LGBTQ+ students and allies! Scroll for information on what pride month is, what the progress flag is, how to be a good ally at Pride, the history of pride month, local and national resources, scholarships, and more! 🥳❤🏳️🌈🏳️⚧
Slide 1: A peach pink background with a white circle outline in the center. The words, "happy pride 2021!" is in the center in black large tect. Surrounding the circle are four clip art illustrations of q***r people with different s*xuality flags.
Slide 2: A peach background with a large black title at the top, "What is Pride Month?" Underneath in the center is black text that reads, "Pride Month is the month of June and celebrates the LGBTQ+ community, in the US and globally. Pride is celebrated through parades, marches, parties, protests, and proms. Everyone can celebrate Pride in their own way, whether they’re out or not." At the bottom left corner is an illustration of two q***r people holding a rainbow flag.
Slide 3: A peach background with a large black title at the top, "History of Pride Month" Underneath in the center is black text that reads, "The modern LGBTQ+ liberation movement began in the 70s with the Stonewall Riot in New York. The Stonewall Inn was a gay club in New York city that was raided by police. One night, the Stonewall patrons fought back. Black and brown transwomen were at the forefront of this riot and subsequent marches, and continue to be at the forefront of the movement. Since then, pride has grown to marches and parades in every major city around the world. Protest remains an integral part of Pride. In the 80s, organizations like ACT UP used Pride to demand action on the HIV epidemic. Issues like police brutality and trans healthcare are also fought for during Pride. It is important to remember that Pride began as a riot against police brutality and oppression. Although we have reached milestones like same s*x marriage and media representation, the fight for LGBTQ+ liberation continues today." At the bottom left corner are three brown q***r people posing together.
Slide 4: A peach background with a large black title at the top, "What is the Progress Pride Flag?" Underneath in the center is black text that reads, "The Pride flag was updated in 2018 by Portland-based artist Daniel Quasar following a successful Kickstarter campaign. The redesign includes a black and brown stripe to symbolize the Black and Brown LGBTQ+ community, and the pink, white, and blue stripes to represent the Trans community. This flag is important because it is more inclusive of QTPOC (Q***r and Trans People of Color) and trans people that the standard rainbow flag doesn’t overtly include. This flag is also honoring the roots of the modern LGBTQ+ community, which was trailblazed by Black and brown transwomen, like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera." At the bottom center is an image of the Progress Pride Flag, which has the six rainbow horizontal stripes and the trans flag colors and brown and black stripes as a triangle on the left side.
Slide 5: A peach background with a large black title at the top, "What is Rainbow Capitalism?" Underneath in the center is black text that reads, "Rainbow Capitalism is the phenomenon of corporations targeting the LGBTQ+ community through rainbow pride themed products and temporary rainbow logos. Now that the LGBTQ+ community is more recognized by the national media, corporations like Target, Starbucks, Disney, and others are capitalizing off of this and seek to market and profit off of the LGTBQ+ movement. While trying to sell you rainbow bandanas, these corporations are still mistreating LGBTQ+ employees and donating to anti-LGBTQ+ interests. As you celebrate Pride this year, be wary of the over-commercialization of Pride. Instead, consider buying from small and local LGBTQ+ vendors for your Pride-themed merch, or making some yourself." At the bottom left corner, is a photo of a truck at a pride parade with a 'Glamazon' logo, which is an example of Rainbow Capitalism.
Slide 6: A peach background with a large black title at the top, "How to Be a Good Ally at Pride?" Underneath in the center is black text that reads, "If you’re an ally and you want to celebrate pride with your LGBTQ+ friends or family, that’s wonderful! We need the support! However, it’s so, so important that you are aware of your privilege, of the space you’re taking up, and the ways that you can help, or hurt, the experience of Pride for LGBTQ+ folks. A few quick tips: 1.Don’t make assumptions about anyone’s identities2.Know the history of Pride; Do your own research
3.Be prepared to protect your LGBTQ+ friends from counter protesters
4.Come with an open mind
5.Keep showing up for LGBTQ+ folks, even when the party is over." At the bottom left corner is an illustration of a brown q***r person in a skirt and heels pointing upwards and holding a trans flag over their shoulder.
Slide 7: A peach background with a large black title at the top, "Scholarships" Underneath in the center is black text that reads, "The Pride Foundation- pridefoundation.org
Open to students in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington. Offers 60+ scholarships with a variety of eligibility.
GSBA Scholarship Fund- thegsba.org/scholarship-home/become-a-scholar.
Must be a WA State resident. Open to undocumented and graduate students. Uses the same application as The Pride Foundation. Less scholarships given than Pride Foundation, but will support you for up to 4 years.
Trans Students Educational Resources- transstudent.org/scholarships/
Open to trans students nationally, open to undocumented students, and must show financial need.
The Point Foundation- pointfoundation.org/point-apply/apply-now/
Point’s application process is open to all four year college or university students regardless of citizenship. Undocumented students are eligible and will be reviewed as international students.
Human Right Campaign- www.hrc.org/resources/scholarships/
They have a big scholarship database for LGBTQ+ students. You can search the database by state." In the bottom right corner is an illustration of two le****ns in rainbow clothing holding each other.
Slide 8: A peach background with a large black title at the top, "Local and National Resources." Underneath in the center is black text that reads, "Northwest Youth Services- (Bellingham based) ( on insta) Focuses on helping support youth 13-24 experiencing homelessness, along with support for LGBTQIA+ youth, outreach programs, employment, etc.
Ingersoll Gender Center- (Seattle area- no Instagram, but on Facebook) for trans + gender nonconforming folks in which they provide mutual support groups, assistance with resources, education + community engagement.
AS Q***r Resource Center- WWU's student-run resource and event programming center for q***r students.
LGBTQ+ Western- (WWU) Their mission is to advance the holistic thriving of diverse LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff by collaboratively engaging the Western community with transformational knowledge, resources, advocacy, and celebration. (lgbtq.wwu.edu)." In the bottom left corner is a rainbow arc curving over the left corner.
Slide 9: A peach background with a large black title at the top, "Local and National Resources." Underneath in the center is black text that reads,"Translifeline.org- (National + Canada)- While they do have support hotlines, they help provide cross-border support and resources, along with help bringing the community together via events, such as Twitch streams.
Pflag.org- (Chapter based, but national, including DC and Puerto Rico) An organization built around supporting LGBTQIA+ folks, their families and allies. Sometimes around education, advocacy or helping them grow closer.
Mount Baker Planned Parenthood- offers a wide range of health services, including s*xual health and transgender health services.
QPOC Hikers- (PNW Based, ( on insta) They are helping to build community for LGBTQIA+ and POC folks via the outdoors." In the bottom right corner is a rainbow arc curving over the right corner.
Slide 10: A peach background with a large black title at the top, "References." Underneath in the center is black text that reads, "Baume, Matt. (June 25, 2020). “What Is Pride Month and the History of Pride?” Them. https://www.them.us/story/the-complete-history-of-pride
Lang, Nico. (June 1, 2020). “It's Time Black and Brown People Be Included in the Pride Flag.” Them. https://www.them.us/story/ipride-flag-redesign-black-brown-trans-pride-stripes
Kumar, Naveen. (June 28, 2019). “The Double-Edged Sword of Corporate, Commercialized Pride.” Them. https://www.them.us/story/corporate-pride
Hale, James (June 12, 2018). “9 Things all Allies at Pride Need to Know.” Bustle. https://www.bustle.com/p/lgbtq-allies-at-pride-need-to-know-these-9-things-before-they-go-9376627."
