It’s never okay for someone to treat you badly because of your sexuality or gender identity. If this happens to you, remember that you’re not alone and we can support you.
Homophobia is when someone is scared of or dislikes gay/homosexual people.
Transphobia is when someone is scared of or dislikes transgender people.
It’s never okay for someone to be bullied because of their sexuality or gender identity.
Being bullied can have a big effect on how you feel, it can make it harder to come out or leave you feeling scared about sharing your feelings. But there are ways to cope and to help it stop. No matter what’s happening, we’re here to support you.
Homophobic and transphobic bullying can include:
Everyone has the right to feel safe and not be discriminated against. It can be tough if you’re worried about what people will do or what they’ll say to you
Some things you can try:
Bullying can make it hard to feel confident about yourself and who you are. But you have the right to be who you are and that should always be respected. There are lots of ways to build confidence after bullying:
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People sometimes talk about transphobia and homophobia when they’re describing any prejudice against LGBTQ+ people. But there are other types of discrimination as well.
