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The Diversity Center Needs Your Support This Giving Tuesday Every LGBTQ+ person deserves to feel safe, accepted, and celebrated. That is why The Diversity Center exists. For over 30 years, we have been a beacon of hope, providing essential support to LGBTQ+ people of all ages across our community. This season of giving, we invite you to make a donation to The Diversity Center and help power the important work that lies ahead. Why does our community need an LGBTQ+ center? Because LGBTQ+ youth still face bullying and rejection, leaving them vulnerable to isolation and mental health challenges. Because transgender and nonbinary individuals continue to encounter barriers to healthcare and basic rights, with their very existence often under threat. And because LGBTQ+ seniors, after a lifetime of fighting for equality, too often feel invisible and disconnected, sometimes forced to retreat into the closet to preserve safety and security. These fights are far from over. A dedicated LGBTQ+ center creates a place where our community can not only survive but thrive. It’s where a questioning teen can attend CampOUT and find belonging. It’s where a senior can join a luncheon and rediscover connection. It’s where people can access affirming mental health care, safe spaces, and programs that celebrate every identity. WAt The Diversity Center, we’re not just supporting individuals—we’re building a stronger, more resilient community. But we can’t do it without you. Here’s how your support makes an impact: $50 funds art supplies for youth workshops that foster creativity and self-expression. $250 supports a month of peer support group meetings that combat isolation. $1,000 provides ten free, affirming mental health counseling sessions. $5,000 sustains programs that provide life-changing resources and safe spaces. Demand for our services has never been higher, and the need for LGBTQ+ centers is urgent. Whether you are part of the LGBTQ+ community or are a dedicated ally, your support of The Diversity Center sends a powerful message: You are loved. You are valued. You belong. By supporting The Diversity Center, you affirm the importance of love, equity, and community. Thank you for standing with us. Together, we will make a difference. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gJ4zwVhQ https://lnkd.in/gdiw74ND

NO TIME FOR TEARS IN AMERICA Four and a half years ago, I remember sitting in my home watching the world come to an unprecedented stop as a pandemic spread across the globe. Everything we were working on came to a hard stop. And I sat there, as an Entrepreneur, with no corporate safety net, feeling totally helpless. It was most vulnerable I have ever felt. A couple of days later, still paralyzed by what was happening, I got an email from Elizabeth S. Windram, then at JetBlue. From that first email started of the one of the most exciting and powerful years in FairShare's 8-year history. Many of us are still reeling from the results of the US election last week. And perhaps feeling those same paralyzing pandemic emotions again, with the future of our society and planet a very much in question. As concerned as I feel for our already fragile environment and for so many societal communities, I feel as energized and emboldened today as I did the moment we got that JetBlue call. We didn't build FairShare for everyone. We built FairShare for the 49%. Those who care about a better future for our society and planet. Because its easy to lead business in times of prosperity and stability. But it's the darkest of times when the true greats step forward to be counted. If you are one of the 49%, know that this is your moment. Now is the time to build meaningful legacy. And we're here for it. #ceo #cmo #lgbtq #environment #betterbusiness #purpose #socialimpact

It is Pride month again! One thing I learnt this year was that the Q in LGBTQIA+ could as well be Questioning for an Ally. The journey from a bystander to an ally is not an Immediate transition. There are questions, debates, self doubt and survival instincts that kick in especially when it is time to take a stand or voice an opinion. Standing up for someone else is not easy! It takes practice. You may be at one of these many places: 1. From the LGBTQIA+ community dreading what this month is going to bring in the name of allyship 2. An active ally, walking on a thin line between fake pandering corporates and the real deal 3. A seasonal Ally who remembers having pledged to do more than add a rainbow to your display pic every Pride month 4. A new Ally, highly inspired to start a new journey. 5. A bystander wondering what the fuss is all about Wherever you are, you have my empathy. Because everyone is trying! Take one empathetic action this month that moves you closer to being an Active Ally and closer to creating an inclusive environment! Chandra Duraiswamy thanks for getting the ball rolling! #ArchesInTheRainbow

🏳️🌈 Inclusion doesn’t have to be a bag of stress and worry; it is all about leaning into the conversation and making our next logical steps, that serve us and are set with the right intentions and values behind them.💫 💛Some of the next logical steps we can take as business owners and community leaders can take under just 10 seconds to do. By gaining awareness and knowledge surrounding LGBTQIA+ inclusion you start to boost your visibility of being an inclusive business and reaching more people with your services and products.

🌈 Happy National Coming Out Day! 🌈 Today, we celebrate the bravery, authenticity, and resilience of LGBTQ+ individuals who have made the decision to live openly and authentically. Coming out is a deeply personal journey that can be both empowering and challenging, especially in the workplace. However, research shows that 46% of LGBTQ+ employees feel the need to "cover" or hide their identities at work. This not only affects their mental health but also impacts their ability to bring their full selves to work. 🏢 Workplaces should be safe spaces where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. As we continue to champion diversity and inclusion, let's commit to creating environments where LGBTQ+ individuals feel supported, empowered, and seen—today and every day. 📢 Employees, leaders, and allies—let’s make our workplaces inclusive, celebrate all identities, and advocate for policies and cultures that support the LGBTQ+ community. Together, we can ensure that no one feels the need to hide who they are in order to succeed. Join us for Rainbow Disruptcon on January 30 & 31 to learn more about making the workplace an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ employees. www.rainbowdisruptcon.com #NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQ #Inclusion #DEI #SafeWorkplace #Pride

Being @authentic allows us to be our best selves. At Interos, our management team not only talks the talk but backs it up with action. Feeling supported and fully leaning in to make our corporate goals happen. #PrideatInteros #Pride2024 #representation #visibility

Work should be a safe space for all. Here are three tips to help support your disabled LGBTQIA+ colleagues at work, from youth inclusion leader, Charis : ✅ Listen and try to understand the challenges that this community faces. ✅ Raise awareness of inclusion in the workplace by creating inclusive policies and providing necessary accessibility for all. ✅ Having good representation in your teams will lead to more inclusive policies and accessibility for all, improving the diversity, equity and inclusion within your organisation.

I was absolutely honored to be able to contribute to Eptura's most recent blog about the importance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging in the workplace. This is such an important topic to consider, especially during 🌈 Pride Month 🌈 . Thrilled to get to work for a company that prioritizes inclusion and diversity--check out the article below!

Celebrating a successful week: 1 virtual course, 1 virtual conference, and 2 face-to-face conferences hosted! Proud to make an impact on crucial topics like Diversity at work, neurodiversity, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion. #TeamAchievement #Inclusionmatters

At Fortrea, we're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We kicked off Pride celebrations with a powerful discussion on intersectionality within the LGBTQIA+ community. Hosted by our PRIDE, PULSE, and WEN Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), the forum explored the often-uncomfortable topic of what it means to be both Black and LGBTQIA+. By having open and honest conversations about these experiences, we aim to: • Build understanding: We believe fostering empathy across identities strengthens our community. • Create a safer platform: When we discuss challenging topics, we can create a more inclusive space for all. • Develop strong allyship: True allyship requires understanding the unique experiences of others. We're grateful to our guest speaker, Paige J. Gardner, PhD, Assistant Dean for Graduate Student Success, College of Education at Seattle University, along with the employees who shared their lived experiences. Their stories will inspire further conversations and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. https://lnkd.in/g4Tva-4s #PrideMonth #Intersectionality #DiversityandInclusion #Fortrea