Out gay player talks #BringBGHome, keeping young girls in sports & visibility: "It’s just so important that there’s more of a diverse visibility of role models."
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Athlete Ally works to dismantle the systems of oppression in sport that isolate, exclude and endanger LGBTQI+ people.
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Bans on young trans athletes are aiming to solve a "problem" that doesn't exist. #LetKidsPlay
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It has been 197 days - that's over 28 weeks, over half a year - since Brittney Griner has been wrongfully detained in Russia. It is time for her to come home.
, we are still paying attention & we are still counting on you. #WeAreBG
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“She will be remembered as one of the greatest athletes of all time for her triumphs on the court, of course. But she will be celebrated, and cherished…for the way she forced society to change how it sees and appreciates women, Black women in particular.”
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Vote for this year's heroes, where you can vote for Sports Hero! The category features Lia Thomas, Justine Lindsay, Maybelle Blair and Athlete Ally Ambassadors & ! 🌈
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There are more laws banning transgender girls from playing K-12 sports than there are transgender girls playing K-12 sports
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Bisexual Visibility Month: Sept.
Bisexual Week: Sept. 16th-23rd
Bisexual Awareness Day: Sept. 23rd
Celebrate bi+ people this month and every month!
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"We urge lawmakers to implement policies that protect LGBTQ youth from anti-LGBTQ and racist discrimination, as our findings indicate doing so may support effective interventions for reducing trauma symptoms and suicide risk among LGBTQ youth.”
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We're sending our love & support to runner who came out this week. "I want anyone who is struggling with who they are to know that you are never alone, & that the people who truly matter to you will always be there to love & support you." instagram.com/p/Ch0AebEJ6sG/
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There are so many people out there who question whether or not it’s okay to be themselves in this world.
I'm here to tell you: You are loveable, valid & worthy today & you will be tomorrow, too. Be true to yourself & who you know yourself to be. ❤️
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We join in celebrating after her victory: “Thank you for your leadership and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Especially for women, and for women of color.”
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Homophobia has no place in sport. We're glad to see Tim Hardaway taking accountability for his past discriminatory comments. "It was so wrong of me, & people have suffered. I had to grow up & really do some soul-searching. What I said was just hurtful.”
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Courts have found time & again that #trans people are protected from discrimination under the #ACA. The Biden Administration now wants to know if your health care services are following the law. Share your experience to #ProtectTransHealth! Go to protecttranshealth.org
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Our voices and our votes matter, and can change the world in one election. Learn more about the voting process, check your registration status, and register in less than 5 minutes.
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Athlete Ally Ambassador talks about joining the after coming out: "They’ve been very welcoming. I’ve been part of the family."
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Forcing trans & non-binary athletes to compete in a separate category further encourages isolation and discrimination. Read Athlete Ally & 's statement on ’s plans to adopt an "Open category":
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Sending lots of love to Athlete Ally Ambassador and player , who consistently uses his voice and platform to speak out as an ally to the LGBTQI+ community. We're excited to see what's next for you!
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Love you Cleveland, but it seems that it’s my time to move on. I hope I have been half as good to this city as it has been to me.
See you in the next spot 
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1 in 4 transgender people decline to see a doctor out of fear of harassment, discrimination or humiliation. Tell the Biden Administration to Protect Trans Health & ensure everyone gets the medical treatment they deserve without fear of discrimination. protecttranshealth.org
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What has achieved as athlete, activist and humanitarian. Should inspire athlete activism all over the world. Thank you & Congratulations!
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Rachel and her teammates deserve a holistically safe environment, including while playing the sport they love.
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Athletic leaders have a responsibility to provide a safe environment for all. This racist behavior must be both condemned and actively addressed.
"It is not enough to indicate that you are not racist, you must demonstrate that you are anti-racist."
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For the first time ever in Championship history, 3 Black gymnasts made it to the all-around podium. We're sending a massive congratulations to Konnor McClain, Shilese Jones (), & Jordan Chiles ()!
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"When I was at Maryland, I was home."
, 's only three-time All-American, made his mark as one of the best pinners in college wrestling history.
But his legacy will extend far beyond the wrestling mat after founding .
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Stand up against discrimination in #LGBTQI healthcare by sharing your story with . Your voice matters and can make a huge difference. Visit nclrights.org/1557 #ProtectLGBTQHealth
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“I think what you want to get to in an ideal world is a place where it’s not a campaign, it’s just a way of life and it’s accepted and a space for all, all day and everyday," says 's Lauren Winfield-Hill about LGBTQI+ visibility.
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A gay man from Qatar shines a light on LGBTQI+ rights ahead of this year's : "Qatari officials continue to persecute the local LGBT community & tell the foreign press that 'LGBT fans are welcome.' Yet we are not welcome in our home country."
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The history of sport has been enriched by people of all genders, abilities, sexualities, ethnicities and more. On this first ever #DiversityInSport Day, we celebrate those who have paved the way while continuing to advocate for further inclusion.
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Bans on trans athletes are disguised as efforts to keep sports "fair," but there's nothing fair about preventing one student from playing the sport they love. #LetKidsPlay
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Language matters, and we're glad to see the Swiss soccer league () taking this seriously. Homophobic or transphobic language has no place on or off the field.
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“Honestly, I feel like we are a walking protest,” says Athlete Ally Ambassador . “The fact that we’re women professional athletes says that in and of itself. We’ve been feeling the inequality." #WomensEqualityDay
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While strides have been made toward equality for women in sport, disparities still remain: income inequality, lack of women in leadership roles, lack of media coverage and more. Fighting for women's equality in sport means supporting ALL women. #WomensEqualityDay
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We call on to stop their trans ban, stop rainbow-washing, & work with & the trans community to find a solution that’s safe & fair for all.
RT if you agree.
#RugbyForAll #SportForAll #TransRightsAreHumanRights #TackleTransphobia
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Happy Birthday @GoCharlieM 
Have a great day and best wishes from all of #TeamMBP 
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Have a great day and best wishes from all of #TeamMBP
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📣If you want to #ProtectTransHealth and ensure healthy, joyful futures for trans youth, make sure to leave a comment at protecttranshealth.org! Tell the Biden admin how much we need anti-discrimination protections and access to healthcare.
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WIN: As of last week, Pennsylvania is now one of 26 states that either fully or partially ban harmful conversion "therapy"! These practices are deeply harmful to the well-being of our youth. Thankfully, PA kids will now be protected!
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This week we partnered with and to bring together athletes like WSF Past Presidents and for a meeting with the White House and Dept. of Education about why we need a strong #TitleIX rule: LGBTQI+ kids have a right to play sports!
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Your example can help mold your athletic department’s culture and values. Become a better ally with this guide from our partners at
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We're incredibly grateful to have partnered with & to foster conversation between LGBTQI+ athletes, the White House & the Department of Education! Trans student athletes deserve to feel welcome, safe & supported at all levels.
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We're so grateful to our partners @AthleteAlly and @WomensSportsFdn for hosting this call with us, and to the LGBTQ athletes who joined us, including @TheChrisMosier, Phaidra Knight, @eamslider24, @LoriLindsey6, and Pam Boteler. Together, we will protect trans students.
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Trans student athletes are being put through violent and traumatic experiences at the hands of state legislators and bigoted adults. On a call with the White House, the Department of Education, and other LGBTQ athletes, laid out what's at stake.
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