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The Savvy Ally: A Guide for Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ Advocate, Second Edition by Jeannie Gainsburg
yokorie's review against another edition
Was originally reading for a work book club, which has since ended. As a queer person myself I found a lot of it simple to me, but it's a good resource for those unfamiliar with the topic.
katiez0314's review against another edition
5.0
This needs to be read by every educator, parent, and honestly, human because it’s so good at everything LGBTQ:
terminology, history, laws, statistics, using pronouns, and basic “how to not be an asshole” tips.
*I’d advise waiting until April when the new/updated version comes out.
terminology, history, laws, statistics, using pronouns, and basic “how to not be an asshole” tips.
*I’d advise waiting until April when the new/updated version comes out.
noahwags's review against another edition
5.0
One of the most common questions I hear from allies wanting to be more engaged is “how”? There are plenty of books, articles, etc laying out the reason of “why” to be an ally. But there are scant few that help with a roadmap or ideas on practical, sustainable ways to implement allyship. Gainsburg nails that in this book. There are loads of anecdotes, tips (with examples), and reminders all focused on supporting the emerging, and seasoned, Savvy Ally.
noahwags's review against another edition
5.0
One of the most common questions I hear from allies wanting to be more engaged is “how”? There are plenty of books, articles, etc laying out the reason of “why” to be an ally. But there are scant few that help with a roadmap or ideas on practical, sustainable ways to implement allyship. Gainsburg nails that in this book. There are loads of anecdotes, tips (with examples), and reminders all focused on supporting the emerging, and seasoned, Savvy Ally.
krtfkurnick's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
averymiller's review against another edition
5.0
This book is so incredibly welcoming for anyone to pick up. I’ve been an ally since forever but even I want to make sure I’m being the best ally possible and I definitely would recommend this to anyone who needs to up their ally game.
rabbiting's review against another edition
I will abstain from giving this book a rating because I’m not the target audience and it contained no new information for me. I am queer and an outspoken queer advocate and a family member asked me to vet this for accuracy. I found it mostly accurate, with some pinprick inaccuracies such as viewing nonbinary individuals as between m/f and asexual being defined (loosely) as someone who does not want sex. Overall, however, I think this is a great entry-level text for people who want to be more inclusive but don’t know where to start. If you can do what my family member did and read it, then ask a queer person what they think about the different topics in it in an appropriate setting, then I think it’s a great springboard.
iteechesinglish's review against another edition
informative
3.0
A good primer on how to become a better ally to the LGBTQ+ community. Some of it was review for me, but I learned some new things. Mostly it made me think about how I can be more intentional in supporting people who belong to the LGBTQ+ community, and how allies can help create safe spaces and advocate for more inclusive policies.