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🏳️⚧️ Here's How To Make An Employee's Transition Easier >> A crucial part of creating your company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy is to make sure LGBTQ+ employees and job candidates know they are seen and supported. Best practice is to have a robust policy in place, and then work together with individuals to write a personal plan that works for them. Our article, with links to legal advice and frameworks, will help you make a more inclusive environment for people who are transgender in the workplace. #LGBTQ #TransRights #Pride2024 https://lnkd.in/eCY3ErBj

🌈 Celebrating Pride Month at GS As we kick off Pride Month, it's crucial to recognise both the strides society has made and the ongoing challenges for the LGBTQ+ community globally and here in the UK. Globally, the top challenges include: ·      Discrimination and Violence: Daily threats to safety and well-being. ·      Legal Inequality: Many countries still lack legal protections for LGBTQ+ rights, with some even criminalising same-sex relationships. ·      Healthcare Disparities: Significant barriers to accessing appropriate healthcare. In the UK: While the UK has made significant progress since decriminalising homosexuality in 1967, challenges remain, particularly around trans rights and the rise in hate crimes. Higher rates of mental health issues persist due to discrimination and stigma, with the Black LGBTQ+ community facing even greater disparities. Disabled members of the LGBTQ+ community face unique barriers in accessing mental health services, compounding their marginalisation. Allyship and Advocacy: Pride Month is a time to celebrate, but also to ally with the LGBTQ+ community. Public sector leaders hold immense power in shaping societal norms, thus advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Their allyship sends a strong message of acceptance and inclusion, fostering empathy and encouraging positive changes in policies and legislation. This Pride Month, GS is thrilled to release a series of interviews with inspiring LGBTQ+ societal leaders. Their insights will guide us in building a more inclusive and supportive society. It has been a pleasure to amplify their voices, so please look out for them! Happy Pride!! #PrideMonth #LGBTQ #EDI #DEI #Equality #Inclusion #Allyship #HappyPrideMonth #PrideatGS

Being an ally isn't a title, it's a continuous action. This Pride Month, let's delve into some eye-opening insights that underline why it's crucial now more than ever. For those unaware, Pride Month is a global celebration championing LGBTQ voices, culture, and rights. Significant festivities brighten cities from New York to San Francisco. When it comes to corporate engagement, 53% of Americans anticipate CEOs to drive conversations around LGBTQ rights. Wouldn't it feel empowering to stand with this majority? Interestingly, two-thirds of Americans perceive Pride-themed merchandising on par with other specialized products. 74% of the public is indifferent to enlightened by companies offering Pride merchandise. Alarming is the recent spike in anti-LGBTQ bias crimes - a staggering increase of 19%. Transgender bias crimes have also seen a gut-wrenching rise of 35%. Here we see a stark contrast - on one hand, the growing acceptance and on the other, hate crimes souring exponentially. How do you plan to support Pride this year? Let’s keep the conversation going. Everyone deserves a safe space to love and be loved. Share your insights below #PrideMonth #LGBTQ+ #InclusionMatters #Allyship #Equality #LoveIsLove #PrideCelebration #CorporateDiversity #Acceptance #HumanRights #P #ReachifyMe

🌈 This article from McKinsey & co from June 2020 (https://lnkd.in/dKSinBXB) is a great read and particularly for leaders in organisations. This research reveals the challenges that #LGBTQ+ employees face, and six ways to help them bring their authentic selves to work. Here are 3 key takeaways for leaders to enable their LGBTQ+ employees to feel more included. #Pride 🌈

#LGBTQ women and other LGBTQ+ individuals impacted by the biases women face often experience microaggressions at work. These can include offensive comments, invasive personal questions, or exclusion from social events. While the burden should not be on LGBTQ+ employees to fix these problems, research shows that speaking up can make you feel more empowered. In this video, we share strategies for the most effective ways to push back against microaggressions, such as practicing self-care, asking questions, and reaching out to others who’ve had similar experiences for validation and support. What strategies have worked for you in the past? For more research-backed strategies, visit: https://bit.ly/3wYa861 #Pride #PrideMonth

Celebrate authenticity on National Coming Out Day! For LGBTQ+ individuals, "coming out" is a continuous journey. Employers must ensure their workplaces are safe, where no one has to hide their identity. Tips for LGBTQ+ employees coming out: research your workplace, talk to safe colleagues, choose your timing, and remember your rights. Employers, create a supportive environment by being vocal, letting employees lead, examining DEI initiatives, and listening to feedback. MINES offers confidential counseling for support. More info and tips here: https://lnkd.in/g68HR5BZ #ComingOutDay #LGBTQ+ #Inclusion #Authenticity

Please join me for a conversation with Jackson Lewis' Director of DEI #AngieCavallo in which we discuss "Breaking LGBTQ+ Barriers: From Covering Behaviors to a Path toward Inclusivity and Belonging."

It's the first week of LGBTQ+ Pride Month. I've seen so many amazing videos on social media of Pride celebrations, parades, concerts, and parties. But it's not just about celebration; Pride represents resilience, courage, and solidarity. It serves as a reminder of the struggles and sacrifices made by those who came before us, paving the way for the rights and freedoms we enjoy today. LBGTQ+ Pride Month can provide hope for a more inclusive future, where everyone can live authentically without fear of discrimination or persecution. It's about embracing who we are unapologetically and affirming our right to thrive in every aspect of our lives, including our professional endeavors. More important than parties and celebrations, Pride is a call to action. There is still so much work that needs to be done. As a gay professional and business owner (River Horse Consulting), it's important for me to advocate for equality and diversity in the workplace, challenge outdated norms, and create a more inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We keep going until every LGBTQ+ person and any individual feeling marginalized can live and work without facing prejudice or discrimination. www.riverhorseco.com #Pride #LGBTQ+ #Partnerships

As #PrideMonth comes to a close, we celebrate our colleagues, consultants and clients in the LGBTQ+ community. As an LGBTQ+ owned business, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued, which is why "belonging" is one of our four core values. During Pride Month, we commit to making sure everyone can be their true selves, which empowers them to do their best work and live their best lives. "Belonging" means more than just including everyone—it’s about making sure everyone feels seen, heard and supported, as our founder notes below: #ABConsulting #consulting #businessconsulting