QUOTES FROM FAMOUS LGBTQ LEADERS

“Be proud of who you are and not ashamed of how someone else sees you.” – Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha

“Your life matters and your voice deserves to be heard.” – Harvey Milk

“Love is not about gender, it’s about two souls connecting.” – Laverne Cox

“Embrace yourself, love yourself, and don’t let anyone diminish your worth.” – Ellen DeGeneres

“We should celebrate our differences, because that is what makes us unique.” – Bayard Rustin

“There’s nothing wrong with you, there’s something wrong with the world that can’t accept you for who you are.” – Asia Kate Dillon

“Queer love is powerful. Our love is revolutionary.” – Audre Lorde

“Don’t let fear dictate your life. Be fearless in who you are.” – RuPaul

“Your identity is a gift, not a burden. Embrace it.” – Rachel Maddow

“The world needs diversity in all forms, including love.” – George Takei

“Visibility is important, but so is representation. We need more diverse LGBTQ voices in all aspects of life.” – Janet Mock

“No matter what society says, you are valid and your love is valid.” – Janelle Monáe

“Be true to yourself, because authenticity is a superpower.” – Dan Levy

“Love knows no boundaries, and neither should we.” – Marsha P. Johnson INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES NEW YEAR

“It’s important to stand up for what you believe in, even if it means standing alone.” – Sylvia Rivera

“Our differences make us stronger. Embrace them.” – Sam Smith

“There’s beauty in being different. Be proud of who you are.” – Billy Porter

“Love is the most powerful force in the universe, and it doesn’t discriminate.” – Elton John

“Be the rainbow in someone else’s cloud.” – Maya Angelou

“Never be ashamed of who you are. Inclusion is the key to progress.” – Tim Cook

“When you can’t find someone like you, be the person someone else can find.” – Chely Wright

“Speak your truth, even if your voice shakes.” – Brandon Teena

“Our stories have power. Tell yours.” – Cleve Jones

“Love is love is love is love is love.” – Lin-Manuel Miranda

“We don’t need acceptance, we need respect.” – Alice Walker

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson