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Happy Pride Month! 🏳️🌈 Pride Month is here. Let's stand together as allies and celebrate love, acceptance, and diversity. Discover how you can become a powerful ally... 🌈 EDUCATE Expand your knowledge by reading books, articles, and watching documentaries about LGBTQ+ history, rights, and struggles. Understanding the experiences of the community will help you become a more informed ally. 🌈 AMPLIFY LGBTQ+ VOICES Use your platform to uplift and amplify LGBTQ+ voices. Share their stories, art, and achievements on social media, and actively engage in conversations that promote inclusivity and equality. 🌈 SUPPORT LGBTQ+ BUSINESSES Show your support by shopping at LGBTQ+-owned businesses, donating to organizations, or attending events. Your patronage and contributions can make a significant impact. 🌈 TAKE ACTION It's time to be an active ally. Stand up against discrimination, challenge harmful stereotypes, and support policies that protect LGBTQ+ rights. Together, we can create a more inclusive and accepting world. Together, we can create a world where everyone can be their authentic selves. #PrideMonth #LGBTQAlly #LoveIsLove #LasVegasPride

It's World Pride Month....and sorry adding a rainbow to your product is not Allyship - it's marketing. While it's wonderful to see rainbows everywhere, it's important to remember that true allyship goes beyond adding a rainbow to your product or website. Allyship means: ❤️ Listening and Learning: Taking the time to understand the experiences and challenges of the LGBTQ+ community. 💜 Supporting and Empowering: Amplifying LGBTQ+ voices, supporting LGBTQ+ businesses, and advocating for equal rights. 💙 Creating Inclusive Environments: Ensuring your workplace and products are genuinely inclusive and safe for everyone, not just during Pride Month but all year round. 💛 Taking Action: Donating to LGBTQ+ causes, participating in events, and pushing for policies that support the community. Adding a rainbow to your product can be a symbol of support, but without meaningful action, it risks being seen as just another marketing tactic. Let's make this World Pride Month not just about visible support, but about real, impactful allyship. Together, we can make a difference. #worlpridemonth #LGBTQplusallyship #inclusiveworkplace #realsupport

Woke Wednesday: 5 Ways To Support LGBTQ+ Health Supporting the LGBTQ+ community requires ongoing commitment and action. Here are five impactful ways to make a difference: 👉 Prioritize Inclusive Language: Use language that respects and acknowledges all gender identities and sexual orientations to create a welcoming environment for everyone. 👉Acknowledge Any Missteps: If mistakes are made, acknowledge them openly and learn from them to foster trust and inclusivity. 👉Be Active Beyond Pride Month: Support the LGBTQ+ community year-round by participating in events, advocacy, and initiatives that promote equality and health. 👉Support LGBTQ+ Health Organizations: Contribute to organizations dedicated to improving the health and well-being of LGBTQ+ individuals through donations, volunteering, or partnerships. 👉Understand LGBTQ+ Community Needs: Educate yourself on the unique health needs and challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community to provide better support and advocacy. At Conscious by Us, we're all about inspiring positive change. Reach out to us at www.consciousbyus.com to discover how we can support your organization on your DEI learning journey through our speaking engagements, coaching sessions, and consulting. #WokeWednesday #LGBTQHealth #InclusiveSupport #ConsciousByUs #HealthEquity #CommunityAdvocacy

Today we observe #IDAHOBIT, a day which aims to raise awareness of the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community globally. At our Firm, we celebrate our differences, and stand against discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community. At Baker McKenzie, we firmly oppose the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals globally. This year’s theme, ‘No One Left Behind,’ serves as a powerful reminder for us all to raise our voices, confront bias, and cultivate environments where diversity is honoured. Find out how the Firm is supporting LGBTQ+ communities around the world, and campaigning for greater equality. https://lnkd.in/gc-zkh7D #WeAreNotNeutral #NoOneLeftBehind #IDAHOBIT #LGBTQ+

Today we observe #IDAHOBIT, a day which aims to raise awareness of the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community globally. At our Firm, we celebrate our differences, and stand against discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community. At Baker McKenzie, we firmly oppose the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals globally. This year’s theme, ‘No One Left Behind,’ serves as a powerful reminder for us all to raise our voices, confront bias, and cultivate environments where diversity is honored. Find out how the Firm is supporting LGBTQ+ communities around the world, and campaigning for greater equality. https://lnkd.in/eEr676Vh #WeAreNotNeutral #NoOneLeftBehind #IDAHOBIT #LGBTQ+

Today we observe #IDAHOBIT, a day which aims to raise awareness of the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community globally. At our Firm, we celebrate our differences, and stand against discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community. At Baker McKenzie, we firmly oppose the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals globally. This year’s theme, ‘No One Left Behind,’ serves as a powerful reminder for us all to raise our voices, confront bias, and cultivate environments where diversity is honored. Find out how the Firm is supporting LGBTQ+ communities around the world, and campaigning for greater equality. https://lnkd.in/dzkrWKim #WeAreNotNeutral #NoOneLeftBehind #IDAHOBIT #LGBTQ+

Today is #GiveOUTDay, which means it’s the last day to participate in the only national day of giving for LGBTQ+ organizations! 🏳️🌈 Your donation directly supports LGBTQ+ folks in every corner of the country by… ⭐Giving our network of 48 LGBTQ+ state-based organizations access to the resources and nationwide reach needed to defeat anti-LGBTQ+ laws in every state. ⭐Fueling the largest ecosystem of LGBTQ+ state and national organizations to ensure the movement stays connected in pursuit of collective liberation for all. ⭐Winning policy changes that help us get closer to building a world where everyone has the freedom and safety to live as their most authentic version. Whether through our policy research, paid call fund, or one-on-one strategy meetings, our team has been working to ensure all of our state partners are ready for whatever comes their way. Regardless of whether you're able to give $5 or $500, your support will help us continue our critical work to advance LGBTQ+ equality through our state-based movement! Support our ecosystem of equality at eqfed.org/giveoutday24 🌱 #GiveOutDay2024

Today we observe #IDAHOBIT, a day which aims to raise awareness of the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community globally. At our Firm, we celebrate our differences, and stand against discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community. At Baker McKenzie, we firmly oppose the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals globally. This year’s theme, ‘No One Left Behind,’ serves as a powerful reminder for us all to raise our voices, confront bias, and cultivate environments where diversity is honored. Find out how the Firm is supporting LGBTQ+ communities around the world, and campaigning for greater equality. https://lnkd.in/gzqJWqjH #WeAreNotNeutral #NoOneLeftBehind #IDAHOBIT #LGBTQ+

Today we observe #IDAHOBIT, a day which aims to raise awareness of the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community globally. At our Firm, we celebrate our differences, and stand against discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community. At Baker McKenzie, we firmly oppose the ongoing violence and discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals globally. This year’s theme, ‘No One Left Behind,’ serves as a powerful reminder for us all to raise our voices, confront bias, and cultivate environments where diversity is honored. Find out how the Firm is supporting LGBTQ+ communities around the world, and campaigning for greater equality. https://lnkd.in/e5xZmunx #WeAreNotNeutral #NoOneLeftBehind #IDAHOBIT #LGBTQ+