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🌈 Community Guidelines

Below is a list of principles we live by as an organization. These guidelines apply to everyone who wishes to engage with us — whether by sharing knowledge or joining open dialogue through the Project PG form. Together, we create a space built on respect, unity, and collaboration.

1️⃣ Unity 🕊️
We prioritize unity over division, recognizing that the colonial “divide and conquer” mentality has historically harmed marginalized communities.

  • Our community rejects tactics that pit groups against each other. Instead, we uplift solidarity across identities, cultures, and movements
  • Collaboration is rooted in respect, mutual support, and the understanding that our struggles and triumphs are interconnected
  • We celebrate diversity while affirming that our collective strength comes from working together, not apart
  • Unity means listening deeply, bridging differences, and building shared futures where love and justice guide our actions
2️⃣ Freedom of Expression 💬
We encourage diverse perspectives, storytelling, and constructive dialogue.

  • Freedom of speech is respected, provided it does not infringe on the dignity or safety of others
  • Criticism and debate are welcome when expressed respectfully and without personal attacks
  • Any comments or posts that spread hate, incite violence, or target marginalized or vulnerable communities will be removed immediately
  • Accounts that persist in promoting divisiveness, hate speech, or violence against marginalized or vulnerable communities will be blocked

3️⃣ Reclaiming LGBTQ+ History 🏳️‍🌈
Homophobia and transphobia are colonial constructs. Framing LGBTQ+ identities as a “Western creation” undermines how BIPOC LGBTQ+ communities connect with and celebrate their own cultures. Project PG spotlights phenomenal BIPOC music, films, documentaries, and television that amplify our voices and stories—reminding the world that we’ve always belonged, and we always will.

  • We celebrate LGBTQ+ identities, histories, and cultures
  • Homophobia, transphobia, or any form of queerphobic language or behavior is strictly prohibited

4️⃣ Safe and Inclusive Spaces 🫱🏿‍🫲🏾
Everyone deserves to feel welcome, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, religion, ability, or background.

  • We prioritize accessibility and inclusivity in both digital and physical spaces
  • Respect personal boundaries and avoid harassment, intimidation, or unwanted contact

5️⃣ Zero Tolerance for Hate Speech and Violence 🚫
Hate speech, threats, or incitement to violence are not permitted.

  • Content or actions that promote division, discrimination, or extremist ideologies will be removed
  • We do not allow misinformation that endangers marginalized communities
  • Any comments or posts that spread hate, incite violence, or target marginalized or vulnerable communities will be removed immediately
  • Accounts that persist in promoting divisiveness, hate speech, or violence against marginalized or vulnerable communities will be blocked

6️⃣ Collaboration and Accountability 🔗
We welcome contributions—whether lived experiences, oral traditions, or academic sources—that help bring greater visibility to the BIPOC LGBTQ+ community.

  • Third-party partners must embody these values in their work with us
  • Violations of these guidelines may result in removal of content, suspension of collaboration, or termination of partnership
  • We encourage accountability: if harm occurs, acknowledge it, learn from it, and take steps to repair trust

7️⃣ Sharing and Engagement 📣
This is a free initiative — we welcome contributions of knowledge, art, and resources.

  • Share information responsibly, and credit creators
  • Promote dialogue that builds bridges rather than walls

8️⃣ Reporting and Support 🛡️
Our aim is to foster a safe space for BIPOC LGBTQ+ voices. If you experience or witness harmful behaviour on our platform please contact us.

  • We commit to addressing reports promptly and fairly
  • Support resources for LGBTQ+ and marginalized communities will be highlighted and accessible

🍁 LGBTQ2S+ Services Canada 🍁

Community

  • The 519 Community Centre
  • 📞 416-392-6874
  • 🌐 the519.org
  • HQ Toronto Gay Healthcare
  • 📞 416-392-6874
  • 🌐 HQToronto.ca

Crisis Supports

  • 2-1-1 Ontario Social Services
  • 📞 2-1-1 (call)
  • 🌐 211ontario.ca
  • 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
  • 📞 9-8-8 (call or text)

Specialized Services

  • Rainbow Connect Refugee Support
  • 📞 416-824-3726
  • 📧 nicholas.manyan@tngcs.org
  • PFlag Parental Support for LGBTQ+ Children
  • 📧 support@pflagcanada.ca
  • 🌐 pflagcanada.ca
  • Rainbow CAMH Mental Health Services
  • 📞 416-535-8501 (press 2)
  • 🌐 camh.ca