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First off, celebrating gay pride shouldn't be something companies have to do, but something they genuinely want to do. 💁🏼♀️ Pride marketing has become predictable. Maybe even artificial. The LGBTIQ+ community refers to it as ""rainbow capitalism"", where the aim is not to champion diversity and inclusion, but to promote consumerism. 🚫 Rainbow logos do not establish brands as allies. To demonstrate genuine support, individuals and companies should take substantial and enduring actions, rather than just participating for a month. 🌈 #RainbowCapitalism #Pride #LGBTIQ+ #PrideMonth #PrideMarketing #Pride2024

❤️Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT) - a day dedicated to raising the awareness and calling out the discrimination and violence that is still plaguing the entire LGBTQ+ community globally. 🧡IDAHOBIT traces its roots back to 17 May 1990, when the World Health Organization (WHO) declassified homosexuality as a mental disorder. 💛While progress has been made, there are still 62 United Nations member states that criminalise consensual same-sex relations, and at least 59 countries have restrictions on freedom of expression related to sexual and gender diversity issues. 💚The past two years have seen an increase in anti-trans legislation and further vilification of the trans community. 💙This year's theme is: "No one left behind: equality, freedom and justice for all" — it's a call for unity to creat a world where NO ONE is left behind. 💜How will you recognise and activate this year's IDAHOBIT mission? #IDAHOBIT #IDAHOBIT2024 #LGBTQrights

When Widerstand Consulting conducts an anti-racism audit, we always look for other areas where the organization can improve. For example, are people in the organization respecting people's pronouns? Is #ageism a problem? Is there a #culture or #community that is being ignored? We take all of that into account as we create recommendations for the organization. This is PRIDE month. Whether your organization has gone through an anti-racism audit or not, take time this month to evaluate your relationship to and support of your LGBTQA+ staff and community members. Ask yourself how you can be more inclusive and create a deeper sense of #belonging. #WiderstandConsulting #antiracism #pride #LGBTQA+

#TeamCAI is proud to support our #LGBTQ+ brothers, sisters, and non-binary teammates not just this month, but every month before and after June, too. #HappyPrideMonth [ID: The image features a message promoting Pride, with the text "Celebrating Pride You are who you were always meant to be" in multicolored letters. Below the main text, there's a logo with the text "CAI® We power the possible." The background of the image is gray.]

Standing Together for Pride ❤🧡💛💚💙💜🏳️🌈 June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community's history, resilience, and ongoing fight for equality. 🥳🚀💕 Yet, despite the progress we've made, discrimination and hatred still persist. 🥲 Recently, I came across an instance of this negativity online, and it serves as a reminder of the work that remains. It's disheartening to see such prejudice towards a community that simply wants to live authentically. ❤ Love is Love ❤ At its core, Pride is about celebrating love and acceptance. Everyone deserves the right to live authentically and be treated with dignity. Silence in the face of hate only allows it to grow. 🌈 What can we do to create a more inclusive world? ✍️ Educate ourselves and others: Knowledge is power. Let's challenge misinformation and promote understanding. ✍️ Celebrate diversity: Everyone brings unique value to the table. Let's embrace our differences and create a more inclusive environment. ✍️ Speak up against injustice: If you see something, say something. Don't be a silent bystander to hate speech or discrimination. Together, we can create a world where everyone feels safe and supported to be who they are. 🏳️🌈 #PrideMonth #LGBTQIA #DiversityAndInclusion #Allyship

I couldn't be happier today for the #LGBTQ population and Spencer Macnaughton and his team. In a time when corporate media, as well-intentioned as it is, goes out of its way to give voice to falsehoods, slurs and misinformation about the issues facing LGBTQ people, Uncloseted Media launched today, right on schedule. According to founder and award winning journalist Macnaughton, "What can you expect from Uncloseted? Well, every week we will publish rigorous, nonpartisan, objective LGBTQ focused journalism. Our mission is to investigate the people, the money, and the power behind America’s anti-LGBTQ ecosystem, and simultaneously elevate the voices of everyday heroes. Our aim is to be a publication for the LGBTQ community but also to break out of the queer echo chamber so we can bring critically important stories to Americans in every county in all 50 states." We need this in an era where we are called "filth" by "credible" candidates running for important positions like Governor of North Carolina and elected officials use that term in Oklahoma to talk about their goal to rid the state of us. And when major US-based companies we have supported like Lowe's Companies, Inc., Ford Motor Company and John Deere turn their back to us and turn forward to a conservative influencer who they are afraid of. Take a spin around Uncloseted, and hopefully you will find a way to support this incredibly needed new media platform. Jim Fielding Orie Givens IV Elliot Imse Marco Greco Lauren Gray Lorenz Esguerra Robert Knox Hayes, CEPA Brian Ellner Mike Doyle Matthew McDermott Twaun Samuel Catherine M Pino

It was always important for me to see the world in true colours. Let me invite you for discussion about economics that we might we ashamed to talk about. #ČSOB #proud

Today is International Coming Out Day, and I wanted to share the National Black Justice Coalition's "Inviting In Toolkit". I love the idea behind "inviting in" rather than "coming out." It’s such a powerful shift in perspective – instead of feeling like we’re expected to reveal ourselves to others, "inviting in" focuses on something we choose to do, when we feel ready. It becomes an act of love and trust, allowing us to share who we are with those we truly care about. It’s about creating spaces of understanding, rather than responding to expectations. https://lnkd.in/eKzkeP4W #InternationalComingOutDay #InvitingIn #LGBTQIA+

In South Africa, while progressive laws supporting LGBTQI rights are in place, the reality on the ground often tells a different story. For many LGBTQI individuals and their families, the struggle for acceptance, safety, and equality continues, exacerbated by cultural, religious, and societal pressures. In this interview, we speak with Virginia Magwaza, the Executive Director of Parents, Families & Friends of South African Queers (PFSAQ), an organisation dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by LGBTQI individuals and their families. They discuss the significant gaps between legal protections and societal attitudes, the impact of family rejection, and the vital work their organisation does to foster understanding, support, and inclusion. From film festivals that challenge misconceptions to heartwarming initiatives like the "Parents Hug Corner" at Pride events, PFSAQ’s initiatives aim to bridge generational and cultural divides. Through their efforts, they empower families and LGBTQI individuals to embrace love and acceptance in the face of adversity. In this conversation, Virgina shares stories of resilience, the importance of bodily autonomy, and the ways in which PFSAQ is working to redefine what family means. Read the full interview below! 🔗 https://buff.ly/4f5aTL9 #LGBTQI #HumanRights #Activism #Philanthropy #Pride

ARTICLE WORTH READING! On Good Good Good “Drag queen and environmentalist Pattie Gonia dropped a new queer anthem — and we’re all crying” So, have you heard about Pattie Gonia, the drag queen who's also an environmentalist? Well, she just dropped this new queer anthem that's seriously turning heads. I stumbled across an article about it, and let me tell you, it's not just the catchy tunes that are making people buzz:.there's this deep, powerful message in her music that's really resonating with folks. Now, Pattie Gonia isn't just any drag queen. She's using her platform to shout out loud for the LGBTQ+ community, and honestly, it's super inspiring. It's this blend of music and activism that's not just about having a good time but also about pushing for acceptance and empowerment. And as someone who's all for spreading love and support, seeing Pattie do her thing with such passion and flair is a big deal for me. It goes to show, whether you're into drag, environmentalism, or just good music, there's something in Pattie Gonia's work that speaks to you. It's a reminder that being yourself, standing up for what you believe in, and supporting each other can create some beautiful ripples in the world. So, here's to Pattie for not just creating bops but for being a beacon of light and love in the community. (and I’m sure this will be a staple all around events in June!) https://lnkd.in/eUJ2spSt #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership