Brother sister Quote by Anthony Venn-Brown
““There are those from religious backgrounds who resist and oppose LGBT equality; some very obsessively and publicly. They make bold accusations and negative statements about gay and lesbian people, their supposed "lifestyle" and relationships. But when a son, daughter, brother, sister or close friend comes out it is no longer an "issue" it becomes a person. They realise everything they'd said was painfully targeted at someone they love. Then…everything changes.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: “Changing Hearts” with Anthony Venn-Brown, 2020
When personal connections reveal the humanity behind LGBTQ people, prejudice fades and attitudes shift.
In simple terms: Personal ties soften prejudice.
Key Takeaway
Connect personally to change minds.
Themes
prejudice
family
LGBTQ
Mood
hopeful
empathetic
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- workplace
- community events
Key Concepts
empathy
social change
Questions to Reflect On
- Who in your life could influence your views if they came out?
- What steps can you take to foster empathy?
A Different Perspective
Change may be slow; some remain entrenched despite personal ties.
