While Pride Month is a time to celebrate individuality and love, it comes with a sense of urgency. Recently, we were on pace to see a record number of anti-LGBTQ bills passed in the United States, largely targeting transgender youth. What's more, a GLAAD study found that six in 10 LGBTQ people have faced discrimination based on their sexuality or gender identity, which is up 13% from the year before.

It's important to educate ourselves, fight for equality for all people, and be inclusive of all identities. Donate to places such as the ACLU , SAGE , and the Trevor Project . Speak out against homophobia and transphobia if you see it and actively work to help make your community a safer space.

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