Gay Straight Alliance Pride (GSA)

In the Merriam-Webster, it defines “ally” as “one that is associated with another as a helper; a person or group that provides assistance and support in an ongoing effort, activity or struggle.” In recent years, the phrase has been used to describe a marginalized group supporter. Most LGBTQ+ groups have straight or cisgender members, and some actively recruit them. The gay-straight alliance (GSA) is one example of how straight supporters can help change. LGBTQ+ and straight students form a gay–straight alliance (sometimes called a gender-sexuality alliance) to oppose homophobia and transphobia. Most gay-straight alliances aim to make their school safe, promote activism, and welcome LGBTQ+ students.

The straight ally flag was originally used in the early 2000s, although its creator is unknown. Combining the straight flag with LGBTQ pride flag created this heterosexual ally flag. Straight ally flags lack LGBTQ pride flag colors. The modern six-color flag is missing pink and turquoise. Straight ally flags show LGBTQ solidarity. Ally signifies "A," black and white stripes represent the straight flag, and rainbow colors represent the LGBT people.

Straight Allies support LGBT rights. Effective straight allies call out homophobic and transphobic comments, oppose anti-LGBT laws and policies, and educate themselves and others about LGBT concerns.