Today marks the start of
#BiWeek
, and we'd be remiss if we didn't take the time to acknowledge that
#BiTwitter
is a lot less safe a place than it used to be.
Singing our National Anthem for the American People is my honor. I will sing during a ceremony, a transition, a moment of change—between POTUS 45 and 46. For me, this has great meaning.
61% of
#bisexual
+ women reportedly experience intimate partner violence. Bi+ people also face higher rates of depression than our gay & straight peers, but we rarely see our stories reflected. Thank you,
@evanrachelwood
, for sharing your story.
#BiHealthMonth
#IAmNotOk
#Bisexual
+ people face high rates of mental health struggles, like anxiety and depression. Thank you to bicon
@ladygaga
for speaking out for those who hurt.
#GRAMMYs
"So if you see somebody that's hurting, don't look away."
Lady Gaga stresses the importance of 'A Star Is Born' addressing mental health issues.
#GRAMMYs
The 1st Pride commemorating the
#Stonewall
uprising was organized by Brenda Howard, a
#bisexual
woman.
#Pride
's history is our history, so this
#PrideMonth
, so show off
#bipride
worldwide & tag us in your pics! We'll be liking & sharing all month long!
💗💜💙🌈
This
#BiHealthMonth
,
@IISuperwomanII
is making history. She'll be the first out
#bisexual
+ person, and the first out bi+ woman of color, to host a national late night talk show in the U.S. On a major network, no less! This is a groundbreaking win for media representation.
💖💜💙
The
#Bisexual
+ Resource Center proudly announces the 7th annual
#BiHealthMonth
(), which will focus on our community’s resilience. Here’s what that means:
(Graphic by
@KateEstrop
)
This conversation between 2 bi women,
@evanrachelwood
and
@SELFmagazine
’s
@annabroges
, is a must-read for all
#bisexual
+ people, especially those dealing with trauma.
TW: different types of abuse & their ongoing aftermath
"Increasing
#bisexual
visibility in society--specifically within the systems and institutions that shape our daily lives--is crucial to breaking down the barriers bisexual folks face on a daily basis.”
Great
#BiHealthMonth
blog post from
@HRC
Foundation!
📢IT'S FINALLY
#BIHEALTHMONTH
, FOLKS!📢 All month long, we'll be spotlighting
#bisexual
+ representation in media, politics, advocacy, healthcare, & education, & its impact on our community's well-being. We hope you join us & our partners:
☮️ 49% of
#bisexual
+ students experience bullying online.
☮️ 39% of
#LGBTQ
students experience bullying online.
☮️ 7% of straight students experience bullying online.
☮️ 0% of people deserve harassment for being who they are.
#SpiritDay
Source: 2011 University of Illinois study
If you are attracted to more than one gender, there is room for you and your pride in our
#bisexual
+ community, under the bi+ umbrella, and wrapped in the bi+ flag. 💗💜💙
#BiHealthMonth
starts NOW!
There is no LGBTQ wellness until the bisexual+ community's diverse needs are met. Join the BRC and our 30+ partners in calling for full equity for our BiPOC, trans, disabled, and disadvantaged community members:
While
#bisexual
+ people are at greater risk for an array of health problems than gay & straight people, we're less likely to come out to our doctors.
@HRC
's created a vital guide to help us get the care we need to make us healthy.
#BiHealthMonth
"Let me be clear:
#bisexuals
+ make up more than half of the LGBTQ community & face some of the highest health risks, but receive the least resources to combat them...We will never achieve full LGBTQ equality if bi+ people’s needs are not intentionally met." -
@anorianb
to
@NIH
Disaggregating research on the LGBTQ community by sexual orientation can help health care providers, researchers, and policymakers design policies and resources that address the unique needs of bi+ people
#BiWeek
@BiNetUSA
@BRC_Central
"Bisexuality is beautiful, and nuanced, and complex, and frequently misunderstood... You are queer enough. Bisexuality is valid. Being out is a choice you get to make, for absolutely any reason you like."
Couldn't agree more,
@autostraddle
!
#TDOV
reminder:
1 in 3 transgender people also are bi+. We must support and speak out for our trans family who is under attack right now.
💗 Trans people are loved.
💙 Trans people are valid.
🤍 Trans people belong EVERYWHERE.
Fair, accurate, & inclusive representation matters in media and in areas that impact bisexual+ people’s everyday lives, like education, healthcare, politics, & advocacy. These fields impact a person’s physical, emotional, social, & financial well-being & more.
#BiHealthMonth
Prepare for💓all💜the💙feels!
WHEN: Fri 6/21
WHERE:
@bisexualresourcecenter
's Instagram
WHO:
@thefeelsshow
creator
@timtimmanley
WHAT: A takeover all about the web series' latest season following a bi guy with too many feelings
Spare yourself the FOMO & follow us ASAP, pls&tysm
Asexual and Aromantic are not made up, nor are they something we use to make ourselves feel special. They are real.
Not every person experiences romantic and/or sexual attraction and that is ok.
You can have sex and be Ace. You can never have sex and be Ace. 1/2
Only 29% of people report personally knowing a bisexual person vs. 73% who report knowing a gay or lesbian person. As a result, media representation of bisexuality+, which is often harmful, shapes public understanding of who bi+ people are. Let's do better.
#BiHealthMonth
We were grateful to witness the signing of the Respect for Marriage Act today. It’s an important step forward on our journey toward true equality for our LGBTQ+ community.
Did you know
#bisexual
+ people make up the majority of the LGBT community but receive less funding than gay- or trans-specific issues? Help us close the gap this
#GiveOutDay
. Every donation of any size makes a difference.
Comparing 2011 and 2016: Bisexual and gay male youth remain more at risk of various mental health issues than their peers. How can we improve these stats?
#BHAM18
#BiHealthMonth
FYI
@spriggfrc
and
@FRCdc
published a paper in March on sexual fluidity.
You: oooooh what? Sexual fluidity is such an awesome and important feature of humanity!
Peter Sprigg: NAH. IT SHOWS THAT THE EQUALITY ACT IS UNCONSTITUTIONAL!!!
We are 💜thrilled💜 to partner with
@StillBisexual
,
@glaad
, and YOU to celebrate the whole
#bisexual
+ community together this
#BiWeek
. Mark your calendars, this year & every year. 🗓
🚨 Important announcement!
#BiWeek
is September 16th - 23rd. Join us,
@BRC_Central
and
@StillBisexual
and more as we recognize and celebrate the bi+ community:
💗💜💙
Coming out as bisexual can be daunting, especially if you feel alone. Know that you are never alone. There is an entire community here for you.
#BiHealthMonth
#BHAM18
"To be clear, bisexuality is real, beautiful, and valid, and most importantly, the only person who gets to decide your sexuality is you."
#BiHealthMonth
Read about the dominoes that lead to the creation of
#BiHealthMonth
and what's been most inspiring to
@EllynRuthstrom
over the past 5 years of our campaign:
#Bisexual
+ youth are less likely than their gay peers to be out to their loved ones, but make up more of the LGBTQ community. If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self, what would it be?
#BiHealthMonth
Wherever you're at in your journey of coming out as bi+,
#NationalComingOutDay
is for you! 💖💜💛💙
We see you, and we celebrate you today and always. If you or someone you love needs more info on coming out as bi+, check out our brochure. 👇
"She's 13" is trending because a young person said she is bisexual.
Bi+ youth deserve all of our love, support and compassion. They deserve to come out on their own time and in their own way.
We've got resources for bi+ youth and their families:
"Studies suggest that Black
#bisexual
men experience more health disparities than their gay counterparts. This includes higher rates of depression, anxiety, PTSD and physical assault, among other things."
#BiHealthMonth
@blackyouthproj
Can we get some love and support tonight for
#bimen
married to straight women, regardless of relationship model? Because we need it, sometimes.
#bitwitter
Spearheading
#BHAM18
is just one of the things
@BRC_Central
does each year to help build a stronger bi+ community by providing resources, support and advocacy. Your gift today helps make this campaign and much more possible!
It really doesn’t look good when an
#lgbtq
forum is held to discuss our community’s issues and the gay presenter erases the
#bisexual
part —half of the community—several times.
@andersoncooper
isn’t the first to do it, but you’d think he knows better.