Celebrating National Coming Out Day: Importance and Support

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Explore the significance of National Coming Out Day, learn how to support someone going through this process, and understand the impact of allies in creating a safe and inclusive environment. Discover the importance of celebrating this day and ways to show solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community.

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National Coming Out Day October 11 Student Health & Human Services Office of Human Relations, Diversity & Equity June 2022

If you could have any super- power, what would it be and why?

Objectives 01 02 03 Learn what National Coming Out Day Is Discuss the importance of the day Learn how you can support someone who may be coming out

The Facts What is National Coming Out Day? When is it? Who started it?

National Coming Out Day

Do you think it's important for people to come out? Why or why not? Do you think it's important to celebrate this day? explain

Coming Out Sometimes coming out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer is a very difficult experience. It can be a wonderful experience people when our friends and families stand with us. Friends and families make all the difference.

What Can You Do? Remember, if someone is coming out to you, it means they trust you. They may not be ready to come out to others, so respect their privacy. Be there by offering your support. Ask if there is anything you can do to help. Be an ally. Offer to attend LGBTQ activities with them.