LOFT TAY Program

Honouring International Human Rights Day on Dec. 10th, 2020

A resource on allyship!

https://guidetoallyship.com/ -work-of-allyship

Why is Allyship important?

This week on our Instagram we are discussing Ally-ship!

Come check it out!

Hi all, this week we are focusing on allyship - what it is and how we practice it. This post briefly defines allyship and why it is important. [#accessibility: this post is pink and white. The post defines allyship as an individual and organizational process of emphasizing social justice, inclusion and human rights. The next slide states as allies, we must recognize our privileges and critically reflect on our actions and intentions] #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #toronto #torontolife #allyship #selfcare

https://www.instagram.com/p/CHt0GlLB7Qw/

Hi all, here are some LGBTQ+ resources in Toronto. These are just a few of the many great organizations. Check out our linktree for more resources. [#Accessibility: this post is grey with three rainbows at the bottom. This post lists LGBTQ+ crisis lines and organizations] #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthtoronto #selfcare #lgbt

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Let’s talk about pronouns! #accessibility post description: this post is showing images of different gender identities and people. This post is focussing on pronouns, what they mean, and their importance. This post says: What are pronouns? A pronoun is a word that refers to either the people talking (I or you) or someone or something that is being talked about. Gender pronouns specifically refer to people that you are talking about. A list of Pronouns: She/Her, He/Him, They/Them, Ze/Zir, Ve/Ver! Many other pronouns exist as well! Important use of Pronouns: You can’t always know what someone’s pronouns are by looking at them. Asking and correctly using someone’s pronouns is one of the most basic ways to show your respect for their gender identity. Pronouns Explained: Everyone has their own identity and use pronouns to represent their gender expression. Pronouns other than He and She are gender expressions under the spectrum of non-binary and gender fluidity. Resources: Lgbtlifecenter.org/pronouns/ uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/ . #pronouns #pronounsmatter #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #lgbtq🌈 #lgbt #lgbtcommunity #gender #genderequality #genderfluidity #toronto #wellness #community #🌈 #toronto #instagood #instadaily #instagram

https://www.instagram.com/p/CHggf4xDeEt/

This week we are exploring LGBT+ identities, pronouns, and community support! It is important to understand LGBT+ identities and their definitions! This post is for folx who are exploring their identity and to educate people on the spectrum of LGBT+ identities. #accessibility post description: This post is describing LGBT+ identities and their definitions! This post follows the colours of the pride flag and has an image of a hand holding the pride flag. For more information: itspronouncedmetrosexual.com lgbta.wikia.org/wiki/LGBTA_Wiki . #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalwellness #wellness #lgbt #lgbtq🌈 #lgbtq #lgbtcommunity #toronto #community #awareness #allyship #socialservice

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Here are some tips and tricks to help create some distance from social media and the news! A branch on self-care awareness with media consumption! #accessibility post description: this post is light yellow and light green. This post focuses on how to take a break from media and the news. Here are the tips: Limit your exposure to the news and social media. Take a regular digital sabbatical. Once a day or for a full day every week and unplug. Disconnect so you can fully connect to what matters most in your life. Switch off notifications on your phone and for the apps that you use for social media and the news. Creating that extra step of space can be very helpful during your break. Notify your loved ones you are taking a break. This support system can help keep up the space from news and social media. Change the channel. If you listen to news in your car, switch to music or silence. Turn off your devices. Allowing time away from your screen can help clear your mind and focus on other tasks. Take a walk. Go outside and experience all of the beauty right outside your front door. Leave your phone at home. Read. Get lost in a good book or read a classic. Create and support good news. When you aren’t lost in bad, breaking news, you can create new projects and opportunities to help people and support people who are sharing good news. Uplift. Spend time with people who lift you up and then lift them right back. Use emotion regulation, distress tolerance, or self-soothing activities to give you the recharge you need. . . . #news #socialmedia #tips #tricks #wellness #wellbeing #selfcare #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthcanada #toronto #canada #mentalhealthrecovery #instagram #instagood #instagood

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🌟check out our new employment program today at 2pm! Please email our facilitator Scott to register. We are excited to be partnering with @stridestoronto @woodgreendotorg for this group!