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An ally, straight ally, or heterosexual ally is a heterosexual and cisgender person who supports and/or accepts equal civil rights, gender equality, and LGBT social movements, challenging what they perceive as homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, and any discrimination against the LGBTQA+ community.
The Ally flag was created sometime in the late 2000’s, but the specific origin is unknown.
- “A”: Represents allies, as “a” is the first letter of the word.
- Rainbow Colors: Represents the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Black and White Bars: Represents heterosexual and/or cisgender people.
While Pride celebrations occur year-round, June is celebrated as LGBT Pride Month in honor of the Stonewall riots, which started on June 28, 1969. June is also the month that same-sex marriage was legalized in the United States.
LGBT History Month was first celebrated in October 1994. President Barack Obama declared it a national history month in 2009. The month is intended to encourage openness and education about LGBT history and rights.
