Textron Corporate’s LGBTQ+ employee resource group FUSION recently hosted a happy hour fundraiser at a local Providence, RI brewery pop-up. Employees gathered together to celebrate the start of Pride Month and raised $600 for Youth Pride Inc.! 🏳️🌈
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As we honor Pride Month, let’s celebrate the progress we’ve made, recognize the invaluable contributions of the LGBTQ+ community, and pledge to continue our efforts in creating a more just and inclusive society for all. Together, we can build a future where everyone can be their authentic selves, and equity in all aspects of life, including healthcare, is a reality. https://lnkd.in/eRwGpsxg https://lnkd.in/ejZsPCJ8
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Happy Pride Month!!! 🏳️🌈 As we celebrate, let’s remember that Pride isn’t just about parades and parties; it’s about community, understanding, and taking action. Here are some thoughtful ways to celebrate Pride with your colleagues and friends: 🌈 Learn and Grow: Attend talks or workshops that focus on LGBTQ+ history and issues. Knowledge is the ally’s best tool! 🌈 Connect Through Creativity: Organize a get-together to create Pride-themed art or crafts. It’s a fun way to express support and add a personal touch to the celebration. 🌈 Support Through Giving: Identify and donate to charities that work tirelessly for LGBTQ+ causes. Every little bit helps! 🌈 Join the Parade: There’s power in numbers! March in your local Pride parade to show solidarity and support for LGBTQ+ rights. 🌈 Advocate for Change: Use this month to start conversations about inclusivity in your workplace. Encourage policy reviews to ensure everyone feels safe and valued. Pride Month is more than a celebration; it’s a reminder of the ongoing struggle for equal rights. Let’s use this month to reflect on our progress towards equality and to recommit to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity every day. ❤️ #PrideMonth #LoveIsLove #UnityInDiversity #StandWithPride #Inclusion #Diversity
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What is “Rainbow Washing?” Rainbow washing, defined as using rainbow colors to show support for LGBTQ equality without meaningful advocacy, is a sneaky marketing tactic. Companies often splash rainbows and LGBTQ imagery in June but forget about it later. This practice, termed "optical allyship," is wrong and unethical, especially when companies harm the LGBTQ community. How to Avoid Rainbow Washing Your Brand: 1. Stay consistent in advocacy. 2. Elevate LGBTQ+ voices. 3. Embrace workplace diversity. 4. Donate to LGBTQ+ advocacy groups. 5. Speak out against injustice. Move forward by being a genuine ally year-round, not just during Pride month. Let's strive for authentic support and allyship beyond the rainbow-colored marketing gimmicks. #HappyPride!
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📢 Empowering LGBTQIA+ Voices Against Hate 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ Did you know that only 1 in 8 hate crimes against LGBTQ+ individuals in the UK are reported? It's time to change that, and the Zoteria app is here to help. I'm proud (yup, that is me and my dear friend Ajay Pabial 🏳️🌈 on set back in March) to support Stonewall UK's latest initiative, Zoteria. This discreet and powerful app is making a real difference in combating hate crimes against the LGBTQ+ community 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️ Why Zoteria matters: • 𝗔𝗻𝗼𝗻𝘆𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆: Zoteria prioritizes user privacy, making it a safe space to report incidents without fear of being outed. • 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: Each report contributes to valuable data that helps advocate for policy changes and better support services. • 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Zoteria empowers individuals to take action and be part of the solution in combating hate crimes. In a world where hate crimes against LGBTQ+ individuals are still far too common, Zoteria is a crucial step towards a safer and more inclusive society. 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗲. 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗭𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 and let your voice be heard. App links 📲 in the comments. #Zoteria #Stonewall #LGBTQIA
Happy Pub Pride! The night where venues celebrate their local LGBTQ+ community, and welcome Pride month in their hometown 🌈 Our Zoteria app will feature in pubs across the UK from Friday 31 May to Sunday 2 June. Pub Pride was started 4 years ago by @AskforClive, a charity that partners with venues to promote inclusion and to create welcoming environments for the LGBTQ+ community. We are so excited to partner with Ask for Clive this year to help ensure that everybody has a great night out 📱📱 Look out for Zoteria in your local pub, or find a Pub Pride event to attend in the app https://bit.ly/3HW9JTg
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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
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🌈 Celebrating Pride Week: Embracing Diversity and Equality 🌈 Pride Week is a vibrant celebration of the LGBTQ+ community's history, achievements, and ongoing fight for equality. It’s a time to honor the pioneers of the movement, recognise the diversity within the community, and advocate for a future where everyone can live authentically without fear or discrimination. Why Pride Matters: 1. **Honoring the Past:** Remembering the courageous individuals who paved the way. 2. **Celebrating the Present:** Embracing diversity and showing solidarity. 3. **Advocating for the Future:** Standing up against injustice and supporting equal rights. Get Involved: 1. **Educate Yourself:** Learn about LGBTQ+ history and issues. 2. **Show Up:** Attend Pride events and celebrations. 3. **Support:** Donate to LGBTQ+ organisations and support LGBTQ+-owned businesses. 4. **Advocate:** Speak out against discrimination and support inclusive policies. Let’s celebrate love, diversity, and the ongoing journey towards equality. Happy Pride! 🏳️🌈❤️ Maddison Clark Abigail Aitken #diversitymatters #inclusionmatters #Pride
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🌈 Pride Month: More Than Just a Rainbow Logo 🌈 As we celebrate Pride Month, it's heartening to see companies show their support with vibrant rainbow logos. But the LGBTQ+ community needs more than just symbols of solidarity—we need tangible actions and investments that truly make a difference. Visibility is important, but real support goes beyond a colorful logo. It involves: Investing in LGBTQ+ communities: Supporting initiatives that provide education, healthcare, housing, and employment opportunities. Implementing equal access company policies: Ensuring all families, faiths, and gender identities are respected and supported within the workplace. This includes comprehensive non-discrimination policies, inclusive benefits, and safe spaces for everyone. Ensuring corporate donations align with values: Avoiding contributions to special interests and politicians who oppose LGBTQ+ rights. Let’s advocate for meaningful change and hold our companies accountable. It's time for corporate allies to step up and make a real impact. Together, we can create a world where everyone is celebrated and supported every day of the year. Happy Pride! 🏳️🌈#PrideMonth #LGBTQSupport #CorporateResponsibility #InvestInCommunities
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Happy Pride Month! ❤️ 🧡 💛 💚 💙 💜 Celebrating Pride Month means embracing diversity, fostering inclusion, and supporting the LGBTQ+ community! Here are 5 small actions you can take to show your support: ❤️ Use Inclusive Language: Pay attention to your language and use inclusive terms. Respect people's preferred pronouns and names. 🧡 Display Symbols of Support: Wearing a rainbow pin, displaying a pride flag, or using an inclusive sticker on your belongings can signal your support. 💛 Participate in Events: Attend pride parades, rallies, or events that support LGBTQ+ rights. Your presence shows solidarity. 💚 Donate to LGBTQ+ Causes: If you have the means, donate to organizations that advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and provide resources to the community. 💙 Support LGBTQ+ Businesses and Media: Patronize businesses owned by LGBTQ+ individuals. These actions, although small, can collectively create a more supportive and inclusive environment for the LGBTQ+ community. Here's to celebrating love in all forms!
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Estate Planning: An Essential for LGBTQ+ Equality 🌈 🏳️🌈 As we continue to fight for equality, estate planning remains essential for protecting our rights and relationships. This Pride Month, let's focus on securing our future. #PrideMonth #LGBTQRights #EstatePlanning
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