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YouthLine Responds to Growing Anti-2SLGBTQ+ Movements: Defending Youth and Inclusivity

Posted on September 17, 2024

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Another wave of anti-trans and anti-2SLGBTQ+ protests will be held across Canada this Friday, September 20th. 

 

Like last year, these events will protest inclusive school policies and curricula, access to gender-affirming healthcare, and the general presence of 2SLGBTQ+ people in public spaces. These protests are one example of the rising levels of anti-2SLGBTQ+ rhetoric and violence that we have seen in the last several years. 

 

At YouthLine, we know that protests like these can have serious effects on 2SLGBTQ+ youth, impacting their psychological and physical safety. In the longer term, these protests also have an impact on political discourse and can generate momentum for the introduction and passage of discriminatory legislation. No young person should feel marginalized, excluded, or afraid for their safety because of their gender or sexuality. This week, and every week, we encourage everyone to take action to combat anti-2SLGBTQ+ hate and ensure that our communities are recognized and celebrated.  

 

Actions you can take to support 2SLGBTQ+ youth: 

 

Counter-protests across Ontario on September 20, 2024: