Taj Donville-Outerbridge: Turn Words Into Actions
Today [June 1] marks the start of Pride Month and Taj Donville-Outerbridge has challenged “everyone to not only post support on social media but to turn their words into action” and suggested four ways that “Bermudians can show meaningful support to the local LGBTQ+ community through action.”
Mr Donville-Outerbridge said, “Today marks the start of the universally celebrated Pride Month. I believe this is an opportunity to both reflect on how far we have come as a community as well as chart a course to create a Bermuda, and a world, where everyone not only belongs but, matters!
“This Pride Month I challenge everyone to not only post support on social media but to turn their words into action. Here are four simple ways every and all Bermudians can show meaningful support to the local LGBTQ+ community through action:
- Reach out to an LGBTQ+ identifying person and let them know you support them and their journey and are a safe space for them to come to. If you have an office, signposting that you and your space are LGBTQ+ welcoming is helpful.
- Educate yourself on terminology, current issues, and the needs of both the local and global LGBTQ+ community.
- Donate to charities and organizations that support the local LGBTQ+ community in meaningful ways. OUTBermuda is a good place to start.
- And lastly, petition your area MP to make a public statement of support of LGBTQ+ community, champion the development and implementation of comprehensive sex education in all schools, and to encourage the adequate training of educators, healthcare professionals, and social workers who will interact with LGBTQ+ people.
“This list is not by any means exhaustive but just a start! We still have a long way to go and a lot of work to do! Let’s all work together to make Bermuda a truly inclusive and equitable society for all!
“For more information about getting involved or if you just want someone to talk to feel free to contact OUTBermuda or myself at email: tdonvilleouterbridge@yahoo.com or Instagram: @_king.taj_”
Thank you and well done Taj. Keep on using your voice and creating a world where all belong and are treated with love and dignity. ❤️