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🌈 Embrace Diversity: How Your Company Can Support LGBTQ+ at Work During Pride Month 2024 🏳️🌈 As Pride Month (June) approaches, it's crucial for companies to reflect on their commitment to inclusivity and support for the LGBTQ+ community. Our latest article explores actionable strategies for fostering a more inclusive workplace environment. From implementing inclusive policies to promoting awareness and understanding, there are numerous ways your organisation can show solidarity and support. Check out the article to discover how you can make a positive impact during Pride Month and beyond: https://lnkd.in/ezgxp3QN #PrideMonth #LGBTQ+ #Inclusion #Diversity #WorkplaceEquality 🌟

I’m thrilled to share that recently we had the honor of hosting Lindsay Swanson, who provided invaluable insights into the roots of Transgender Day of Visibility 🌈 and the global significance of Pride. Listening to Lindsay's expertise on LGBTQ+ issues always leave me inspired. Having deeply involved with a local trans group in my city, I'm excited about the key takeaways to drive a significant change. 1. History matters: Understanding the origins of Transgender Day of Visibility helps us appreciate the struggles and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community. 2. Power of Pride: Pride isn't just a celebration; it's a powerful statement of visibility, resilience and unity. It empowers millions and is a reminder of the progress made and the work that lies ahead. 3. Allyship is key: Listening to and amplifying LGBTQ+ voices is crucial. It's about standing up, speaking out and advocating for inclusivity and equality. 4. Community engagement: Our support matters to bring real impact. This is our chance to create a world where everyone feels seen, heard and valued. 🏳️🌈 Diversity and inclusion matter, after all. #TransVisibility #Pride #LGBTQ+ #Allyship #Inclusion #Ally

I have realized I had so many things I didn't know and learned more thru this course. Just finished the course “Understanding and Supporting LGBTQ+ Employees” by Rhodes Perry! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gFzEJyH7 #lgbtq #allyship.

As LGBTQ+ Pride Month approaches in June, organizations have an opportunity to show their support for the LGBTQ+ community in meaningful and impactful ways. While changing a company logo to a rainbow during Pride Month is a visible sign of inclusion, it's crucial for organizations to demonstrate their ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout the year. This is especially important in light of the current legislative landscape, with a staggering 484 anti-LGBTQ bills introduced across the United States, according to the ACLU. These bills underscore the ongoing challenges and discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community, making it imperative for organizations to go beyond symbolic gestures and take concrete actions to create inclusive environments. In the first part of my blog post, I share strategies for ensuring that Pride Month celebrations are intersectional, diverse, and historically grounded. I then highlight the importance of ongoing inclusion efforts throughout the year, including strategies for education, policy review, advocacy, and more. Finally, I provide some incredible resources to support these efforts. It is a true privilege and pleasure to be part of the dynamic ModelExpand team. I am grateful for the opportunity to share my thoughts on this incredibly important topic. #InclusionMatters #DiversityAndInclusion #LGBTQAllyship #YearRoundPride #InclusiveWorkplace

"Pride" in Pride Month is all about celebrating the LGBTQ+ community’s confidence, dignity, and visibility. "Pride" at work celebrates our rainbow of identities, boosting morale and encouraging participation in inclusive festivities. It's a sassy rejection of shame, declaring "We're here, we're queer, get over it!" During Pride Month, it's like donning a rainbow superhero cape, each color representing courage and love. It's a month-long glitter fest, where everyone shines unapologetically. 🌈 - Rainbow Celebration: Honors diversity, boosting morale. - Inclusive Environment: Fosters acceptance for LGBTQ+ employees. - Stigma Fighting: Opposes discrimination and bias. - Visibility Building: Raises LGBTQ+ awareness. - Empowerment: Supports authentic selves. - Positive Culture: Fosters support and upliftment. - Active Participation: Encourages engagement in Pride Month. #Ihopeithelps #inclusive #diversity #pridemonth #pride #culturalvalues #organisationalvalue #empowerment #positiveculture #opportunities #equality #equalopportunity

Celebrating Pride Month: A Lifelong Commitment to Equality Pride Month is a powerful reminder of the importance of equality, acceptance, and love for the LGBTQ+ community. For most of my career, supporting LGBTQ+ rights has been a cornerstone of my values. When months like Pride come around, they always have my full support. My ongoing pledge is to: ⭐️ Continue Advocating for Equality: Using my voice and platform to champion policies and initiatives that promote justice and fairness. ⭐️Foster Inclusive Spaces: Ensuring that every environment I influence is welcoming and safe for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. ⭐️Celebrate Diversity: Honouring and celebrating the unique identities and contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals in all areas of life. Let's stand together this Pride Month and every month, celebrating love, diversity, and inclusion. What is your pledge this Pride Month? Share in the comments below and let’s inspire each other to make a lasting difference. #PrideMonth #Equality #LoveIsLove #SupportLGBTQ #Diversity #Inclusion #CelebratePride

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 Today marks the start of a month long celebration of LGBTQ+ identities, history, and achievements. You might notice companies updating their logos with rainbow colors (PG does not have a pride logo) to show support. In this video, we explore a critical issue many LGBTQ+ job seekers face: being told they're not a "cultural fit." We discuss how this affects the LGBTQ+ community and what true inclusivity should entail. Let's make sure our support is more than just a logo change—it's a commitment to real change. Check out the video below to learn more about how we can move from symbolic support to substantial action. #PrideMonth #LGBTQ #Inclusion #Diversity #CulturalFit #Belonging #LGBTQIA2S #InclusiveCulture #InclusiveWorkplace

Organisations can take various actions to support and get involved in LGBTQ+ History Month, demonstrating their commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equality. 🏳️🌈 Education and Awareness Organisations can conduct workshops and training sessions to educate employees about the historical context, struggles, and triumphs of the LGBYQ+ community. 🏳️🌈 Employee Resource Groups These groups provide platform for LGBTQ+ employees to connect, share experiences, and advocate for inclusiveness in the workplace. 🏳️🌈 Promote LGBTQ+ Voices Provide a platform for individuals to share their stories, experiences, and perspectives. By actively seeking and amplifying these voices, organisations contribute to a more inclusive narrative, fostering understanding and empathy among employees. 🏳️🌈 Visible Support Display tangible symbols of inclusivity, such as pride flags, banners, or posters, within the workplace. These visible representations send a powerful message, singling commitment and creating a welcoming environment for all. Here at Wellity we offer a range of training titles around many awareness days throughout the year, click here to view our sessions - https://buff.ly/3ZwWxwk For further information on our sessions, or to book a meeting with our team, contact us at hello@wellityglobal.com. #LGBTQHistoryMonth #LGBTQCommunity #Inclusivity #Support #Diversity #BetterEveryDay

Love these insightful tips from my friend Damon Maassen, CPTD to ensure our Pride month activities are authentic and have lasting impact for LGBTQ+ inclusion all year long. Have a read in the link below!

As Pride Month comes to a close this weekend, we’ve seen many hospitality brands this month draping their logos in rainbow colours… But what goes on behind a business’ closed doors is just as - if not more - important as any public declarations of support. So, what does an LGBTQ+ inclusive work culture look like? Here’s what to aim for (and what to avoid). Aim for: - Visibility and representation - Ongoing education - Safe spaces (including formal & informal structures) - Inclusive language - Responsive policies Avoid: - Tokenism - Assumptions and stereotypes - Ignoring intersectionality It goes without saying that creating an inclusive work culture is a continuous journey lasting well beyond Pride Month. Read more https://rb.gy/p1dg1a #Pride #Inclusion #Culture #TalentTakenCareOf