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Why do Safe Zones Matter?
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Safe Zone fosters inclusive and welcoming spaces where individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from the LGBTQ+ community, can feel safe, respected, and valued. It equips individuals and our institution with the knowledge and tools to create environments where LGBTQ+ individuals can live, work, and learn without fear of discrimination or prejudice, ultimately leading to a more just and inclusive society.
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Tips on Being an Effective Ally
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What different identities are there? What do they mean?
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an identity for someone who does not identify with the sex and/or gender they were assigned at birth
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Non-binary/Gender non-conforming
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an identity for someone whose gender is not within the gender binary of men and women
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an identity for someone whose sex does not align within the binary sexes of male and female
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Asexual (Ace) Pride Flag
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The Flag for the Asexual Community was created in 2010 by the Asexual Visibility and Education Network. Asexual is the lack of sexual attraction to others, or a low interest in sexual activity, but asexuality can mean different things to different people, it is best to ask each individual what it means to them.
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(lack of sexual attraction)
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(some/ varying sexual attraction)
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(experiencing sexual attraction)
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Purple -- The Ace Community
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What is intersectionality?
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The understanding that various identities held by an individual interact in combinations that produce unique experiences that may or may not coincide with either singular identity.
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Why is intersectionality important?
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A major part of being an ally is making an effort to understand the many identities that exist within the queer community. As you begin to learn more and interact with people that hold different queer identities, you must also remember that you cannot restrict your understanding of a person to any one identity. People are multifaceted and a single identity may present differently for different people.
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Spotlight on Historial Figures
in the LGBTQ Comunity
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Frida Kahlo
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Kahlo was openly bisexual, and would occasionally dress in what was stereotypically men's clothing, making her a trailblazer of gender non-conformity. Her artwork also reflected similar ideas that were well ahead of her time, with many paintings based around identity, gender and sexuality.
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Lavender Graduation
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Calling the queer class of '23! Lavender Graduation is a ceremony meant to celebrate the occasion of graduation among our queer community. Graduates and guests can click the image to register and be recognized/ share words at the event.
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CDI Graduation Celebration
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We invite all graduates, and those that wish to show their support, to join us in the SUB Activities Room for refreshments and comradery as we celebrate their monumental victory. Graduates and guests can click the image to register and be recognized/ share words at the event.
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Click the link to browse a collection of local and national resources for queer students
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Connect with our Student Orgs
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The Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI) mission is to empower Truman State University community by dismantling disparities which prohibit fair and inclusive access to our resources, services, and programs, simultaneously strengthening the interpersonal relationships with historically unrepresented and systematically minoritized students. CDI believes it is the responsibility of every individual to intentionally contribute attitudes of open-mindedness that helps foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging. Through academically, socially, and culturally responsive programming, CDI will continue to encourage students, administrators, faculty, and staff at Truman State University to engage in meaningful, transformative experiences while celebrating personal uniqueness and communal solidarity.
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