Community Quote by Joe Lycett
“I did a tweet about LGBTQ+ and someone was saying 'what's the + and what's the Q?' and some people would be like 'you should educate yourself it's disgusting, google it.' If I asked the question, they would answer it to me, so just try and treat people in the way I expect to be treated myself. So I do think that's been a problem in our community.”
About This Quote
The speaker highlights misunderstanding and prejudice toward LGBTQ+ topics, urging mutual respect and education.
In simple terms: Misunderstanding fuels prejudice; educate and respect.
Key Takeaway
Promote empathy and knowledge.
Themes
prejudice
education
LGBTQ+
communication
respect
Mood
empathetic
assertive
Type
educational
activist
When to use this quote
- workshops
- online forums
- community outreach
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Social bias
civic responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you model respectful dialogue?
- What resources help counter misinformation?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated biases takes time.
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