LGBTQ+ Are You a Member, Ally, Enemy?
Medically Reviewed by Aheesha Chopra (Therapist/ Psychologist)
What is the LGBTQ+ Identity & Allyship Assessment?
This tool is designed for two types of users: those exploring their own sexual orientation or gender identity, and those looking to measure their level of social advocacy. By answering scenario-based questions, you will receive a profile that highlights your strengths as a supporter or provides clarity on your own identity journey.
The Spectrum of Support: From Passive to Active
Understanding your impact on the community involves looking at:
- Knowledge: How familiar are you with terms like “non-binary,” “pansexual,” or “cisnormativity”?
- Intervention: Are you comfortable correcting someone who uses the wrong pronouns for a friend?
- Empathy: How deeply do you understand the unique mental health challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth?
- Reflection: Are you willing to examine your own subconscious biases?
Understanding Your Quiz Results
Your results are not a permanent label, but a reflection of your current attitudes, knowledge, and personal identity regarding the LGBTQ+ community. In psychology, social identity is fluid; as we gain more lived experience and education, our relationship with different communities evolves.
- If your results suggest you are a Member of the community, it indicates that your internal sense of self or attraction aligns with the LGBTQ+ spectrum. This is a journey of self-discovery that often involves moving from “questioning” to a sense of belonging. If you are a Member: “Explore our Gender Dysphoria Test.”
- If you identify as an Ally, your score reflects your level of “Active Support.” Being a true ally goes beyond passive acceptance—it involves a commitment to using inclusive language, correcting misinformation, and creating safe spaces for others.
- If your results indicate significant “Internalized Bias” or “Social Friction,” view this as a developmental opportunity. Most biases are subconscious and absorbed from societal norms. High-impact growth happens when we move from a place of discomfort to a place of informed empathy.
Types of LGBTQ+ Allyship & Identity Quiz
Core Identity & Self-Reflection
This section focuses on the user’s personal journey. It includes questions about internal feelings, attraction, and how they perceive their own gender or orientation. It’s designed for those who may be in the “Questioning” phase.
Foundational LGBTQ+ Knowledge
An essential part of being an ally or an informed member is understanding the terminology. This category tests familiarity with inclusive language, the history of the movement, and the specific meanings behind the various letters in the LGBTQ+ acronym.
Social Advocacy & Intervention
This measures how a user behaves in the “real world.” It covers scenarios like correcting misgendering, speaking up against biased jokes, and supporting inclusive policies in the workplace or school.
Awareness of Implicit Bias
Even the most well-intentioned individuals have subconscious biases. These questions use psychological techniques to identify learned stereotypes that may affect how a user interacts with marginalized groups without them realizing it.
Digital & Media Literacy
In the modern age, allyship often happens online. This section evaluates how users consume and share LGBTQ+ content, their understanding of representation in media, and how they navigate digital safe spaces.
Emotional Empathy & Relatability
This category assesses the user’s ability to understand the unique challenges faced by the community, such as minority stress, coming out anxieties, and the importance of “chosen family.”
Identity and Support: LGBTQ+ FAQ
A member identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ spectrum (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, etc.). An ally is a person who identifies as cisgender and heterosexual but actively supports LGBTQ+ rights and works to dismantle discrimination.
Absolutely. Many members of the LGBTQ+ community are allies to other groups within the spectrum—for example, a cisgender gay man acting as an ally to the transgender community. Allyship is an action, not just an identity.
Yes. The “Q” in LGBTQ+ often stands for both Queer and Questioning. If you are unsure of your identity, you are a valid part of the community and deserving of a safe space to explore.
Don’t be discouraged. Bias is often subconscious and learned from society. Use the result as a starting point to read LGBTQ+ history, follow queer creators, and learn how to use inclusive language.