| Edition |
Second Edition. |
| Description |
xxii, 261 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 23 cm |
| Note |
Revised edition of the author's The savvy ally, [2020]. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
"The Savvy Ally: A Guide for Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ Advocate is an enjoyable, humorous, encouraging, easy to understand guidebook for being an ally to LGBTQ+ communities"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Contents |
Getting started -- Part I: Becoming knowledgeable allies -- Caution: identities being defined! -- Coming out as LGBTQ+ -- Orientations, identities, behaviors--oh my! -- Part II: Building skills for having respectful conversations -- Pronouns: sharing, gathering, and using -- LGBTQ+ etiquette tips, common bloopers, and outdated terms -- Gaydar and other problematic assumptions -- Good talk: the art of having useful conversations -- Part III: Taking action to create more inclusive spaces. Straight pride parades and special snowflakes: addressing common questions -- Duct tape patch-up jobs and big fixes -- Creating LGBTQ+ inclusive spaces in different settings -- Taking it to the streets -- Now what? Questions from allies in the real world -- Part IV: Allying responsibly -- Messing up properly -- Backlash against allies -- Sustainability |
| Summary |
"Bursting with passion and humor, The Savvy Ally: A Guide for Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ Advocate is a treasure trove for allies to the LGBTQ+ communities. This fully revised second edition includes: the most current information on identities and LGBTQ+ language; tips for respectfully sharing, gathering, and using pronouns; LGBTQ+ etiquette, including common language bloopers to avoid; tools for navigating difficult conversations; best practices for creating LGBTQ+ inclusive spaces; appropriate actions to take after messing up; techniques for self-care and sustainable allyship. The Savvy Ally is a vital resource for teachers, mental health professionals, healthcare providers, college professors, faith leaders, family members, and friends who want to support and advocate for the LGBTQ+ people in their lives and help make the world a safer, more inclusive place. This informative, encouraging, and easy-to-understand guidebook will jump-start even the most tentative ally"--Back cover |
| Subject |
Sexual minorities -- Civil rights -- United States -- Guidebooks.
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Sexual minority community -- United States -- Guidebooks.
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Sexual minorities -- United States.
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Sexual minorities -- United States -- 21st century -- Guidebooks.
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LGBTQ+ people.
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Sexual minorities -- Civil rights -- United States -- 21st century -- Guidebooks.
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Lesbians -- United States -- 21st century -- Guidebooks.
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Gay people -- United States -- 21st century -- Guidebooks.
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Bisexual people -- United States -- 21st century -- Guidebooks.
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Transgender people -- United States -- 21st century -- Guidebooks.
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Sexual minority community -- United States -- 21st century -- Guidebooks.
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Bisexuals. (OCoLC)fst00833357
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Gays. (OCoLC)fst00939255
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Lesbians. (OCoLC)fst00996540
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Sexual minorities. (OCoLC)fst01202158
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Sexual minority community. (OCoLC)fst01910176
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Transgender people. (OCoLC)fst01765239
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United States. (OCoLC)fst01204155
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| Chronological Term |
2000-2099
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| Genre/Form |
Guidebooks. (OCoLC)fst01423871
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Guidebooks.
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| Other Form: |
Online version: Gainsburg, Jeannie, 1963- Savvy ally Second edition. Lanham : Rowman & Littlefield, [2023] 9781538169254 (DLC) 2022049427 |
| ISBN |
9781538169230 hardcover |
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1538169231 hardcover |
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9781538169247 paperback |
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153816924X paperback |
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9781538169254 electronic book |
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