This week, UNC and downtown Chapel Hill are celebrating the work of Safe Zone Allies, a group of students and faculty who provide support to UNC’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender community.
Safe Zone Allies have to complete a four-hour training program designed to increase their ability to support LGBT individuals.
There are a variety of events on campus designed to raise awareness.
Today, the UNC LGBTQ Center will be distributing ally buttons to promote solidarity.
Local businesses will be offering a selection of discounts to individuals wearing these buttons over the course of the week.
Laura Baker, graduate assistant of Safe Zone training, said it is important to make allies more noticeable in the community.
“Having visible allies is a great way for LGBT students to feel supported. The goal of this week is to increase the visibility of allies on campus,” she said.
“We’re hoping to show people concrete ways they can show their support for the LGBT community in everyday life.”
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