{"id":9000,"date":"2023-02-23T08:34:25","date_gmt":"2023-02-23T16:34:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/?p=9000"},"modified":"2023-02-28T11:50:49","modified_gmt":"2023-02-28T19:50:49","slug":"what-it-takes-to-be-a-good-ally-from-lgbtq-members","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intuit.com\/blog\/global-stories\/india\/what-it-takes-to-be-a-good-ally-from-lgbtq-members\/","title":{"rendered":"What genuine allyship looks like according to LGBTQ+ members"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Over the years, a lot has been said about allyship, and its universal effect on the LGBTQ+ community. Quite simply put, an ally is someone who educates themselves about and speaks up for the community. But to learn from members of the community means there are no assumptions built around what it takes to be a good ally.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a candid conversation, Kesavan Nampoothiry, a Content Designer and member of Intuit\u2019s Pride employee resource group, and his partner Sanjana Prasad, a private practitioner, tell us what allyship means for them. They say, there are many ways to <em>exhibit good allyship.<\/em> But the most important thing is to help others build healthy perspectives on the LGBTQ+ community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Their views are based on internal experiences and challenges that define the path to being a <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intuit.com\/blog\/social-responsibility\/4-roles-you-can-play-to-be-a-better-ally\/?s=allyship\" ><em>good ally<\/em><\/a><em> for the LGBTQ+ community. Read on to know more.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understand the sentiment&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Members of the LGBTQ+ community have faced feelings of isolation and underrepresentation over the years. Yet, they stand strong in their views. While their sentiment is not understood by many due to lack of shared experiences\u2014embracing them in their best interest is key to being a good ally.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?w=1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9003\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg 5472w, https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?resize=150,100 150w, https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?resize=2048,1365 2048w, https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?resize=740,493 740w, https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?resize=1440,960 1440w, https:\/\/intuitblog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/IMG_9494.jpg?resize=720,480 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kesavan Nampoothiry and his partner Sanjana Prasad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Kesavan:<\/em> A good ally can impact our lives in the best possible way. That happens only when allies align with our sentiment\u2014to be interested in men or women\u2014and still feel accepted. Allies should be able to create a safe space where we can talk about ourselves and life choices. When I\u2019m around people who are supportive of my views, I&#8217;m vulnerable yet comfortable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sanjana: <\/em>Allies should listen and accept us for who we are. When I say accept, it means they should normalize our way of thinking. I have known people who made mention of their privilege to accept me. They should acknowledge that genders in the universe are a broad spectrum that can\u2019t be defined in a binary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unlearn and learn&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All are better allies when they listen and learn. Perhaps learning about LGBTQ+ members, and their desire to live as fully can minimize unconscious bias. In other words, they need to be seen like the majority\u2014breaking free from societal norms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Kesavan:<\/em> Part of the reason unlearning is as important as learning about the&nbsp; community is because of the myths that exist. There is so much said that it can be confusing for people who want to be an ally and don\u2019t know where to start. Rather than turning inward, they should pay attention to the abundance of stuff in the world\u2014including relationships and ideas. This reflection can help them understand that our choices can be different\u2014yet as people we\u2019re the same.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sanjana: <\/em>Being an ally is an ongoing process. It is critical that people continue to learn about our experiences\u2014and avoid making assumptions. Having an ally around helps when someone wants to learn about my internal experiences as a bisexual because an ally can express my point of view and ensure I&#8217;m comfortable in the conversation. Being sensitive while asking questions is important. Then, it makes people connect with us on a deeper level. The way that tends to impact is they are more informed in their perceptions about the LGBTQ+ community at large\u2014creating an inclusive future.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exhibit outward action&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It requires human connection to bridge the gap that exists with the LGBTQ+ community. This means allies ought to support LGBTQ+ members through continuous action\u2014such as empathy, awareness, and speaking up for the community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Kesavan<\/em>: The first action that comes to my mind is to lead with kindness. Allies mean we\u2019re talking about hetrosexual people privileged in their views over those marginalized. They can promote social awareness on issues of gender, race, and sexual orientation within their social groups. It comes full circle when allies advocate for the voices of people not heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sanjana:<\/em> The one thing that stands out to me is that allies should learn from their mistakes. They are bound to say or do the wrong thing at certain points. But the important thing is to acknowledge when they are wrong. It lends a fresh perspective on how to be a good ally and identify unconscious bias.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>At Intuit, we\u2019re proud of our continuous efforts to encourage people <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intuit.com\/blog\/social-responsibility\/what-does-being-an-ally-mean\/?s=allyship\" >to be an ally<\/a>. Our initiatives create visibility among allies and peers to ensure culture diversity, and remove unconscious bias. On March 14, we will be hosting the 4th annual Trans+ Summit that raises awareness on the current trans+ terminology, issues and challenges, and being a better ally.&nbsp;<br>Want to be part of our diverse tech culture and connect with people with different experiences? 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