How do I, when advertising for a roommate, delicately state that this is a gay-friendly household?

I'm advertising for a roommate, and want to mention that this is a gay-friendly household (bit of a rare thing here in Utah.) But I don't want to discomfort or alienate any other applicants who, especially around here, may be a little less tolerant. Is there some sort of phrase or, ah, code I could use to indicate this?





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How do I, when advertising for a roommate, delicately state that this is a gay-friendly household?
You didn't say specifically if your household comprises gay people, or that there are a lot of gay friends that come and go. Are you looking for a gay roommate specifically? First of all, would you really want a roommate that did not, at least, share your tolerances? If you had cats would you want a roomate that was either alergic or intolerant of them? So, you should come right out and say it, as it is only fair to prospective roomies, and will weed out the people you wouldn't want to live with anyway. If you feel you MUST be delicate, you can say "tolerant of alternative lifestyles" or "alternative lifestyle-friendly household seeks like-minded roomate..." and that should be enough to clue anyone in, yet is ambiguous enough that less tolerant people shouldn't get offended (even in Utah). If you are specifically looking for a gay roommate, try a gay publication, or post a notice at establishments frequented by gay people -- word will get around fast. Good luck!
Reply:What you're really saying is you want a gay.
Reply:same sex couples welcome
Reply:Tell them when you talk on the phone, that way you do not have it in writing in the advertisment, which could be discrimination. ON the phone let them know what you like to do, or allow in the house and see if they will be ok with that. Problem solved.
Reply:Two ways to look at it.





One, you could just say that "diversity is welcome" or say you are "non-judgmental" and let people ask what you mean by that. Those are subtle ways of saying that you're tolerant.





The other idea is this: if you are tolerant of other mindsets, or are yourself part of an alternative lifestyle (I really don't like that phrase, but it's the best shorthand currently in use), then do you really want a roommate who is not tolerant of others?





It's not a bad thing to alienate those who you would be uncomfortable with anyway. So, feel free to phrase it however you want, because why would want to be around people who aren't tolerant enough to accept your tolerance.
Reply:Exactly how you just said it was perfect! It is a "gay friendly household".
Reply:Equal opportunity housing.
Reply:I'd just say "it's a gay-friendly household". Anyone who would be upset/insulted/put off by that wouldn't be comfortable living in a gay-friendly household anyway, so they wouldn't be an ideal candidate!
Reply:Place something on the add that says you do not discriminate against race, religion, or sexual orientation. That way you aren't singling out one group or making others feel uncomfortable.
Reply:I am not sure that you even need to mention it.....
Reply:Household accepts all orientations
Reply:Do not put it in an ad! Just place a generic ad, listing location, what you are looking for etc. Then discuss it with each individual as they call in. Let them know that the current roommates are tolerant of alternative lifestyles, be it skaters, liberal thinkers, gay rights activists, etc. Would they object to any free thinking situations? Phrase around and mention several other lifestyles in the same sentence and you don't name anything specific, and you will understand their viewpoint on the subject by their reaction. Good Luck
Reply:open to all orientations.
Reply:I know lesbians call themselves "Friends of Dorothy" but I don't know about guys.
Reply:I would just tell them- You have nothing to be ashamed about. Your gay so what
Reply:You could use the latest buzzwords such as "diverse lifestyle within" or simply say applicant must be acceptable of all people regardless of sexual orientation.
Reply:this sounds like the kind of thing you would want to mention upfront. it reads as a bonus for people looking for such an environment and lets the bigots know that it might not be the place for them. less time wasted for all concerned.
Reply:The "in the family" thing might work....or saying something about coming from a diverse background....i know it might be difficult for you to just come out and say that it is a gay friendly house hold, but you just might have to do it.
Reply:Try www.gumtree.com :0)
Reply:Just mention in the ad that you're looking for open-minded roommates. If they ask what you mean by that, then you could tell them.
Reply:just tell them you want somebody "in the family"
Reply:Just say something like "open to all races, genders, creeds, sexualitys etc"





It's more subtle, you just seem accepting.

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