An ally is a supporter of another person, idea, initiative or community, even when the ally doesn't share that identity or belief system. For example, men can be allies to cisgender and transgender women; straight people can be allies to lesbian, gay and bisexual people; atheists can be allies to people of faith; and vice versa.
The opportunities below focus on allyship. In addition, Princeton has lectures and programs focused on increasing understanding of cross-cultural differences, so that members of our community can better support one another.
Workshops
The Ally Project is an annual workshop series that provides guidance on ways to support lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students and colleagues. It covers a wide range of topics including language, support services and resources.
Audience: Faculty, staff, graduate students
Format: Two in-person classes, held annually and sponsored by the LGBT Employee Resource Group, LGBT Task Force, Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity, Office of Human Resources, and Office of the Vice President for Campus Life