Show your actions

“I’m taking the action to be more aware of my privileges and instead of ignoring them or being ashamed of them—I’ll be using them for the betterment of others.” – Aleksey

“I will be a visible member of the LGBTQI+ community both inside and outside of Microsoft, in hopes that being visible will make it easier for others to be their authentic selves.” – Claudia

“I will celebrate individuals who identify as bi, and affirm and support positive bi depictions in the media. I will speak out against bi erasure, and educate those who demean or invalidate bi culture. ” – Kristin

“I will continue to broadcast and do my best to live this through my efforts in helping on the Pride campaign, sharing what I’ve learned with my daughters, and being a participant in the Pride celebration in Seattle.” – Adam

“Everyone’s story is their own, and they get to tell it however they want. No one has to prove to others that they are queer enough to belong. Stop policing others’ sexuality and gender identity, and give yourself that same respect, too, as you explore your own sexuality and gender identity.” – Petra

“I will speak up and out for those that cannot. I will give voice to those that can and do.” – RobynAnn

“I will wear my GLEAM lanyard proudly to show support and create opportunities to connect and share a message of inclusion.” – Joseph

”I will share the access I have to create safe spaces for the most marginalized members of the LGBTQI+ spectrum to be respected within our own community and to be empowered to achieve more.” – Sera

“We all have a story to tell and the fundamental need for belonging. I may not have walked in your shoes, but I hear you, I see you, and I’m with you.” – Liliana

“We often overlook the requirements of consent in regards to our voice, actions, bodies, and emotions. I will do my best to promote consent in all aspects of life by being conscious of my own actions and speaking up for those whose voices are not being heard.” – Ally

“I will take time to educate others about respecting the pronouns of others and the struggles faced when using incorrect pronouns. I will teach how to use pronouns outside of she/her and he/him, make my pronouns visible, and encourage others to take similar actions.” – Adina

“I will take the time to create clarity and provide knowledge to everyone I meet, which will bridge the gap in communication and understanding.” – Ethan

“I will hold the space for Allies who are learning, and those who are not Out (yet) and people in our community who are questioning or whose identity is changing as their journey evolves. We are all just energy, inhabiting a physical body and I will not judge or erase others’ identities.” – Sarah

“I am taking action to call out micro aggressions when I see them, to help educate the author and show support for the victim.” – Cathy

“Prejudice has no place. Speak up and speak out over the ignorance of others. Always teach and preach where you can and never be afraid of who you are and what you believe in.” – Larry

“I have never walked a mile in any shoes but my own, I cannot know how each step must feel. I will work to see the world through the lenses of others before I make assumptions about their actions.” – Curtis