RDC event to discuss “What It means to be an LGTBQ+ Ally”
Red Deer College is hosting a public conversation Tuesday on what it means to be an LGBTQ+ Ally.
Members of the community are invited to hear from and chat with a variety of individuals from the community who identify as allies for the LGBTQ+ community.
The intent is to raise awareness on inclusion, safety, respect and diversity. It also aims to show allies that they can use their voice to positively influence their peers to create a safer and more inclusive society for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
“I hope that it creates a platform for a safe, public discussion to happen about what people can do to demonstrate that they are an ally in their day to day lives. There is hopes of influence and fears of influence and how can they show support, what can they do to promote inclusion and a more equitable society for everyone,” explains Darnel Forro, event coordinator and Social Work Instructor at RDC.