I learned something new yesterday. CIS Folks — We Have a Flag Too!

I have been a self-proclaimed ally for years. It was only yesterday that I learned there is a flag representing this.

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I’ll be honest. Sometimes I struggle with how to be a good ally.

I feel like the biggest fan girl, and it feels pretty awkward.

Yesterday, I stumbled across something that changed my perspective.

It wasn’t just the sight of a black and white flag with a rainbow-striped triangle in the middle of it, but what it represents: CIS allies.

The best way to show support for trans rights is to become informed about gender politics and spread awareness. That’s where the flag comes in.

Dear Cis Gender Folks, No One is Banning You

It’s a reminder of my commitment to understanding and supporting trans rights, no matter how awkward or uncomfortable I may feel. It’s an affirmation that I am not alone in this fight and that together we can make a difference.