How to be a great LGBTQ ally in NYC

By Melissa Kravitz Posted on June 22, 2015

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Participants ride a float during the New York City pride parade in Manhattan on Sunday, June 29, 2014. Photo Credit: Charles Eckert

#AllyWeek kicks off September 28, 2015

In June, NYC pride celebrates the queer community, via plenty of sparkles, cheers, booze and more, but there’s plenty to celebrate and do in the LGBTQA community year-round.

Here are a few influential ways to be a supportive ally in NYC.

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