PORTLAND, Ore. — It is June, which means all around the world people are celebrating Pride Month . It’s a time to celebrate progress, push for change and bring attention to issues that the LGBTQ+ community is facing.

KGW spoke with people in the LGBTQ+ community who say it’s crucial to be intentional about showing support.

At 21 years old, Ella Bright has many layers that make her, her. She's a student pilot, a photographer and transgender.

“A lot of times, trans people like me, they walk around with a shield up,” said Bright.

She said many trans people are constantly ready to face bigotry and possible violence. It's exhausting and scary, which is why Bright said allyship is so important.

“The second that you allow them to put their shield down through your actions, it immediately j

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