How to Be a Better LGBTQ+ Ally in 2025

Think you’re an ally? Pause. Allyship isn’t a self-awarded badge. It’s a practice. It’s daily work. In 2025, it’s time to move past rainbow profile pictures and get to the real stuff. Let’s break it down.

What Does Allyship Look Like in 2025?

Allyship is active. It’s not about words; it’s about actions. Here’s what it means:

• Listening: Hear LGBTQ+ voices. Don’t interrupt. Don’t assume.
• Learning: Educate yourself. Google is free. Stop asking your queer friends to do the work for you.
• Speaking Up: Call out homophobia and transphobia—even when it’s uncomfortable.
• Showing Up: Attend protests. Donate to queer causes. Support LGBTQ+ businesses.
• Advocating: Push for systemic change. Allyship isn’t personal; it’s political.

Why Allyship Matters More Than Ever

The fight isn’t over. Queer rights are under attack worldwide. Allyship can:

• Save lives. LGBTQ+ youth face higher rates of suicide. Support helps.
• Drive change. Allies have power. Use it to amplify queer voices.
• Build community. The world’s better when we’re all included.

Still Unsure Where to Start? Try These

1. Support Queer-Owned Businesses: Spend your money where it matters. Shop with companies like That Queer Card Co.

2. Educate Yourself: Read about LGBTQ+ history and issues. Some resources are 

   The Trevor Project and the Human Rights Campaign.
3. Be a Political Ally: Write to your representatives. Use your vote. Advocate for queer-friendly policies.
4. Use Inclusive Language: Don’t assume pronouns. Normalize asking and sharing yours.
5. Speak Up: Silence is complicity. Address bigotry when you see it.

Common Questions About Allyship

Q: What if I mess up?
A: You will. Own it. Apologize. Learn. Do better next time.

Q: How do I support a friend who’s come out?
A: Celebrate them. Respect their boundaries. Don’t make it about you.

Q: Is allyship performative?
A: It can be. If you’re doing it for likes, it’s performative. If you’re doing it for change, it’s real.

Where to Be an Ally

• At Work: Advocate for inclusive policies. Challenge biases.
• Online: Use your platform to amplify queer voices.
• In Your Community: Attend Pride events. Support local LGBTQ+ groups.
• At Home: Teach your kids about acceptance. Shut down harmful language.

Support Queer-Owned Businesses

Want to be an ally in a small but impactful way?  Shop with That Queer Card Co. We’ve got sassy, affirming greeting cards, stickers, pins, and accessories - perfect for showing your support to the LGBTQ+ people in your life.  Shop now and make a difference!

What’s one action you’ll take today to be a better ally this year?