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👭 Pride with Purpose: Beyond the Rainbow 👬 As Pride Month unfolds, are you tired of being inundated with promotional messages, images, and merchandise full of rainbows, too? I’m so tired of all the rainbow logos and more every June. Don’t get me wrong; I’m a strong ally and respect those businesses whose participation is genuine and authentic. I’m not a fan of lip service or performative marketing. Yesterday, I walked past the optical shop pictured below. It’s one of many examples right now. Where are all these companies the other 11 months of the year? Yes, everyone must feel welcome. It’s also crucial to remember that genuine support for the LGBTQIA+ community goes beyond “rainbow washing.” At Spodek & Co., creating safe spaces for all identities is a year-round commitment rooted in equity, inclusion, and dignity. Our differences strengthen us, and we’re dedicated to ensuring everyone feels valued and respected, not just in June but every day. We’re far from perfect, but we try our best. This Pride Month, let’s all strive to find ways to support and uplift the LGBTQIA+ community all year round with authenticity and respect. 🌈 How is your business supporting Pride this year? #PrideMonth #AuthenticSupport #Marketing

Thomas will be a speaker at upcoming event: Charting the Way Forward on Saturday, February 24, 2024, link to more information about event: http://bit.ly/49R4bGx Quote from Thomas Reid : "As a society, we seem to be okay with accommodations that are easiest for us. And too often the undue burden is put on the disabled person. It’s like we fail to see the value of accessibility." Image Description for Quote Image: [Top Left: QR code with text beside it saying "Scan QR Code to left for Event Details." Top right: Charting the Way Forward Logo has white background: Top line King's Dream in blue text. Underneath is a bright orange outline surrounding two lines of black text. Topline word Disability Bottom line JUSTICE (ALL CAPS) Center: Text: "As a society, we seem to be okay with accommodations that are easiest for us. And too often the undue burden is put on the disabled person. It’s like we fail to see the value of accessibility." Below the quote: Circular photo of Thomas, Thomas Reid a brown skin Black man with a smooth shaven bald head and full neat beard with a sprinkling of salt and pepper, smiles into the camera. He wears dark shades and a Grey and black sweater with a Black turtle neck. To the Right of Thomas’ photo: Text "Speaker, Thomas Reid, Host and Producer of Reid My Mind Radio." Jourdan Saunders, MS, CCC-SLP #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityPride #DisabilityJustice #Broadcasting #VideoProduction #Media #Representation #AfricanAmerican #Disability #Disabilities #Intersectionality #Diversity #Equity #DEI #Accessibility #NYCEvents #DCEvents #VirtualEvents #OnlineEvents #Inclusion #BlackDisability #InclusiveImpactBranding #TheResourceKey #SafmanConsulting #BlackHistoryMonth #Community #InclusionMatters #DiversityandInclusion #AccessibilityForAll #Blind #Braille #Lowvision #LargePrint #Magnification #screenreaders #WCAG #leadership #networking #brailleliteracy #sustainability #communityengagement 

✨ Join us to use the power of stories to connect, inspire, and celebrate the rich tapestry of human experiences. This Christmas, be part of a special diversity storytelling session, and unwrap the gift of understanding, kindness, and inclusivity in the heart of Belfast ✨ 📅 Sunday 17th December 🕒 12:00 - 13:00 📍 The Mac, Belfast You can expect: 🎄Diverse and Heartwarming Stories: Powerful tales of love, acceptance, and a celebration of differences. Carefully selected stories celebrate diverse families and experiences and showcase the beauty of unity in diversity. 🎄 Same-Sex Family Stories: Discover the heartfelt stories of same-sex families, their challenges, and triumphs. Let these stories inspire you to embrace the power of love and family bonds. 🎄 Kindness and Acceptance: Explore the importance of kindness and acceptance in our world. Be moved by stories that highlight the simple acts of compassion that can make a world of difference. 🎄 Cultural Differences: Journey across the globe through stories that shine a light on the rich mosaic of cultures that make the world so beautifully diverse. Learn how understanding and celebrating differences can create harmony and unity. 🎄 Fun and Festive Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the festive spirit of Christmas with a celebration of diverse books by authors from a diverse range of experiences. This is a celebration for everyone, and all are welcome! 🎁 Book your place at www.themaclive.com and let us come together to foster an environment of acceptance and understanding! #DiverseBooks #OwnVoices #RepresentationMatters #InclusiveLit #WeNeedDiverseBooks #StorytellingForChange #DiverseReads #MulticulturalBooks #VoicesofColor #IntersectionalNarratives #CulturalStories #GlobalVoices #LGBTQStories #DisabilityInclusion #FeministReads #DifferentVoices #UnheardStories #EveryonesStory #NarrativesOfInclusion #DiversePerspectives

"Brands cannot get away from delving into issues of some kind, social issues, political issues, because they have to be able to navigate the conversations around the stuff that people care about." Well said by Collage Group's Senior Director of Cultural Insights, Jack Mackinnon, M.Ed.! Check out some of the work we're doing at Collage Group to learn more about how brands can (and should) get involved in the issues that matter to people.

Dear brands, We're days away from the beginning of Pride month, and my feed is already being rainbow-washed 🌈 👉 Rainbow marketing across all socials. 👉 Every bit of corporate merchandise you can imagine in a (you guessed it) rainbow edition. 👉 Special discounts for Pride month. 👉 New rainbow logos for profile pictures. And though to some it may seem like a nice signal, I need you to know that actions speak louder than logos. So before you post that rainbow-hued pic, please ask yourself: 👉 Are your marketing campaigns inclusive? 👉 Have you got the right policies and support in place for your LGBTQIA+ staff?  👉 Are you amplifying LGBTQIA+ voices?  👉 Are you using inclusive language and representation? 👉 Are you putting your money where your mouth is? 👉 Are you staying in the know on LGBTQIA+ issues? 👉 Are you really trying to uplift the community or boost Q2 sales? 👉 Are you hiring at all levels from the LGBTQIA+ community? If the answer to any of the above is no, it might be worth starting there. Allyship doesn't start on June 1st and end on the 30th. Yours sincerely,  A member of the LGBTQIA+ community who knows you can do better.

Tameka will be a speaker at upcoming event: Charting the Way Forward on Saturday, February 24, 2024, link to more information about event: http://bit.ly/49R4bGx Quote from Tameka Citchen-Spruce: “I attempted to enroll in a broadcasting school that covered video production and radio. However, they denied me access, citing my wheelchair use, stating that no one would be available to assist me with carrying cameras. Despite this setback, I chose not to live out THEIR words." Image Description for Quote Image: [Top Left: QR code with text beside it saying "Scan QR Code to left for Event Details." Top right: Charting the Way Forward Logo has white background: Top line King's Dream in blue text. Underneath is a bright orange outline surrounding two lines of black text. Topline word Disability Bottom line JUSTICE (ALL CAPS) Center: Text “I attempted to enroll in a broadcasting school that covered video production and radio. However, they denied me access, citing my wheelchair use, stating that no one would be available to assist me with carrying cameras. Despite this setback, I chose not to live out THEIR words." Below the quote: Circular photo of Tameka, a Brown skin woman with wavy black hair staring into the camera smiling. She's wearing a white sweater and jean jacket with spikes on it. To the right of Tameka’s photo: Text "Speaker, Tameka Citchen-Spruce, Independent Film Producer, Screenwriter and Disability Justice Activist"] Jourdan Saunders, MS, CCC-SLP #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityPride #DisabilityJustice #Broadcasting #VideoProduction #Media #Representation #AfricanAmerican #Disability #Disabilities #Intersectionality #Diversity #Equity #DEI #Accessibility #NYCEvents #DCEvents #VirtualEvents #OnlineEvents #Inclusion #BlackDisability #InclusiveImpactBranding #TheResourceKey #SafmanConsulting #BlackHistoryMonth #Community #InclusionMatters #DiversityandInclusion #AccessibilityForAll #mobility #wheelchair #filmmakers #braille #TASL #ASL #WCAG #leadership #networking   #sustainability #communityengagement #philanthropy #tangiblebenefits  #amplifyblackvoices #amplifydisabledvoices

KUDOS Artistic Milliners: Witnessing moments of #resilience and #determination can truly be a transformative experience. Today, I stumbled upon a sight that encapsulated the essence of sheer willpower and the power of community support. A disabled man was seen on his three-wheeler bike, on a mission to reach Artistic Milliners Unit 5. What struck me most was not just his physical journey, but the unwavering spirit driving him forward – the determination to provide for his family despite the odds stacked against him. Kudos to the Artistic Milliners team for embodying a vision of #upliftment and #empowerment. Their commitment to supporting individuals like this gentleman goes beyond corporate #socialresponsibility; it reflects a genuine ethos of #compassion and #inclusion. It's moments like these that remind us of the profound impact businesses can have when they prioritize social good alongside their bottom line. Artistic Milliners isn't just a top organization globally because of its innovative products or market presence; it's because they recognize the humanity in every individual and actively strive to make a positive difference in their lives. Let's take a moment to salute the unsung heroes like the man and the teams at Artistic Milliners who are dedicated to making the world a better place, one act of kindness at a time. I am sure such examples are all around us in all the organizations and together, let's continue to uplift and support those around us, for it's in these collective efforts that true greatness lies. #Inspiration #CommunitySupport #ArtisticMilliners #Humanity #CorporateResponsibility #SocialGood

Is your Pride Month marketing just a quick fling with rainbow colors, or are you in it for the long haul? 🌈 Check out our blog where we explore authentic support. How can your brand be more than just a rainbow washing bystander? From real representation (who are you centering, and what do you want them to do), to backing your LGBTQIA+ staff and causes, we're unpacking how you can transform good intentions into impactful actions. Hit up our blog for tips on doing Pride authentically. https://lnkd.in/g7eRYU8m 🚀

WORLD BRAILLE DAY Celebrated since 2019, this event raises awareness of the importance of Braille as a means of communication in the full realisation of the human rights for blind and partially-sighted people. Braille is essential in the context of education, freedom of expression and opinion, as well as social inclusion, as reflected in article 2 of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Braille is a tactile representation of alphabetic and numerical symbols using six dots to represent each letter and number, and even musical, mathematical and scientific symbols. Braille (named after its inventor in 19th century France, Louis Braille) is used by blind and partially-sighted people to read the same books and periodicals as those printed in a visual font. The World Health Organisation estimates that globally, at least 1 billion people have a near or distance vision impairment that could have been prevented or has yet to be addressed. Persons with vision impairment are more likely than those without to experience higher rates of poverty and disadvantage. Not meeting their needs, or fulfilling their rights, has wide-reaching consequences: vision loss often represents a lifetime of inequality, poorer health, and barriers to education and employment. Further details here: https://lnkd.in/d3U87fz Our 'Disability in the Workplace' course provides the tools to support a customer or colleague who is covered as a disabled person under legislation. It covers the definition of a disabled person in law, suggested work etiquette around disability, what is 'reasonable accommodation' and when does it have to be applied and top tips for supporting disabled customers and colleagues. Contact us for more information about D&I training and bespoke programmes - email: enquiries@irishcentrefordiversity.ie #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityMatters

Event Website and information to sponsor, volunteer or attend: https://lnkd.in/eng-8S8m Register for Event Updates: https://lnkd.in/e6-2FciY [Image Description: Top Left: QR code with text beside it saying "Scan QR Code to left for Event Details." Top right: Charting the Way Forward Logo has white background: Top line King's Dream in blue text. Underneath is a bright orange outline surrounding two lines of black text. Topline word Disability Bottom line JUSTICE (ALL CAPS) Center: Text “I attempted to enroll in a broadcasting school that covered video production and radio. However, they denied me access, citing my wheelchair use, stating that no one would be available to assist me with carrying cameras. Despite this setback, I chose not to live out THEIR words." Below the quote: Circular photo of Tameka, a Brown skin woman with wavy black hair staring into the camera smiling. She's wearing a white sweater and jean jacket with spikes on it. To the right of Tameka’s photo: Text "Speaker, Tameka Citchen-Spruce, Independent Film Producer, Screenwriter and Disability Justice Activist" ] #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityPride #DisabilityJustice #Broadcasting #VideoProduction #Media #Representation #AfricanAmerican #Disability #Disabilities #Intersectionality #Diversity #Equity #DEI #Accessibility #NYCEvents #DCEvents #VirtualEvents #OnlineEvents #Inclusion #BlackDisability #InclusiveImpactBranding #TheResourceKey #SafmanConsulting #BlackHistoryMonth #Community #InclusionMatters #DiversityandInclusion #AccessibilityForAll