May 17 is IDAHOBIT, the International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination! It's a day in which the entire community – workplaces, schools, sports clubs, organisations, local councils and more – go rainbow to build LGBTQIA+ inclusion and inspire positive change.

But what if your workplace, classroom or org isn't getting involved? Don't worry! You can still do it as an individual, with friends or online.

It's easy to get started. Just register yourself, your community, friends or event to receive your IDAHOBIT digital toolkit filled with event know-how and tips.

Download your free toolkit >>

And if you'd like some extra know-how? We have plenty of that too!

1. HOST AN ACTIVITY

Once you've registered and received your toolkit – organise a rainbow event or activity with your friends. In-person or online!

Keep it simple

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the most effective, and the most fun. Our biggest tip is to think about what sorts of activities or events your friends already love doing – then add rainbows! Dinner party? Picnic? Movie screening? Group workout or PT sesh? Weekend brunch? Follow your heart, and make it fun.

IDAHOBIT is on May 17, which is a Tuesday. We know events will be happening from basically the Thursday prior onwards, so you have plenty of options in terms of date. The point is, to build LGBTQIA+ inclusion in your world!

The more rainbows, the better!

The more rainbows, the better. Not only does it immediately make your event an IDAHOBIT one, visibility is also one of the most important aspects of allyship.

As always, we're here to help. Grab a Pride Pack, filled with all the rainbows you need for a great event, AND to champion inclusivity year-round (including posters and lanyards). Plus, you'll save over 50% off the RRP of the rainbow goodies inside! Grab a Pride Pack for your event, or for your own desk to champion inclusivity as an individual.

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We're here to help

We know that it can feel daunting to organise an event if you're already busy at work, or you're championing it on your own. Head online to check out useful articles, rainbow Zoom and digital meeting backgrounds, social media content, videos, and loads more. We've even included conversation cards in each Pride Pack!

Check them out >>

2. Engage in education

One of the most important ways of fighting discrimination is via education. There’s a lot to understand about LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and IDAHOBIT is the perfect time to level up your – and your community's – knowledge!

Join us online

We're taking our LGBTQIA+ professional training online in honour of IDAHOBIT – and making it available for individuals, rather than just whole teams and businesses. Join the Minus18 Education Team for an introduction to LGBTQIA+ inclusion, identities, and how to be an effective ally. This one isn't just for workplaces – it's full of tips for taking your allyship to the next level.

Book now >>

Start conversations

Remember, each of our Pride Packs come with conversation cards to start important discussions in your community or group of mates. And if you're not that confident leading a discussion? That's okay too! Minus18's video resources are great launching points for discussion (and we've tried to make them fun!).

3. CHANGE THE WORLD

IDAHOBIT is one day of the year, but it’s also a perfect catalyst for you to create lasting change and build LGBTQIA+ inclusion year-round.

Don't forget to fundraise!

We love seeing groups of mates get together to champion inclusivity – and we ESPECIALLY love seeing your fundraising events. Integrate a fundraising component into your rainbow celebration to level up your impact.

Gold coin donation at dinner, or a digital crowdraiser at your event (especially if you're all located in different cities / countries) work great. We're even seeing a wonderful increase in Twitch stream fundraisers, and other really inventive live performances (like comedy or music) and product launches.

Organise a digital crowdraiser >>

Read more about fundraising >>

The impact of your donations

No matter which LGBTQIA+ organisation you're supporting on IDAHOBIT, you're making a huge difference merely by fundraising.

If you donate in support of Minus18 via IDAHOBIT, we can't thank you enough. Your donation means we're able to create life-affirming events for LGBTQIA+ young people; that we're able to create free resources for youth and their families. It means we're able to reach regional and rural young people, and head out to educate the wider community.

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