The Rainbow Disruption

🌈 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

🌍✨ Happy World Mental Health Day! ✨🌍 Today, we recognize the critical importance of mental health, especially in the workplace. Did you know that 1 in 5 adults experience mental illness each year? 📊 Additionally, workplaces that prioritize mental health see a 21% increase in productivity and a 40% decrease in absenteeism. Mental well-being is not just a personal issue; it profoundly affects team dynamics, employee engagement, and overall organizational success. HR and people leaders have the power to foster a culture of support and openness around mental health but it is everyones responsibility to be mindful of how our individual actions contribute to the mental wellbeing of our colleagues. Here are a few ways to make mental health a workplace priority: 1️⃣ Promote Mental Health Resources: Ensure employees know about available mental health support. 2️⃣ Encourage Work-Life Balance: Advocate for flexible schedules and time off to recharge. 3️⃣ Create a Safe Space for Conversations: Foster an environment where employees feel comfortable discussing mental health. Let’s commit to prioritizing mental health in our workplaces. Together, we can create a supportive culture that nurtures the well-being of every employee! 💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #WorkplaceWellness #HR #MentalHealth

📉 Corporate DEI Rollbacks: The Impact on LGBTQ+ Employees and Consumers A recent Human Rights Campaign (HRC) survey found that corporate rollbacks of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs are having serious consequences. According to HRC, nearly 1 in 5 LGBTQ+ adults would consider quitting or looking for a new job if their employer scaled back DEI initiatives. Even more striking, 72% of respondents said they would feel less included or accepted at work. This isn’t just an internal issue—it’s affecting consumer sentiment as well. 8 in 10 LGBTQ+ adults surveyed said they would boycott companies that roll back DEI efforts. More than half would go further, encouraging others to join them by leaving negative reviews and sharing on social media. These numbers should be a wake-up call for organizations thinking about deprioritizing DEI. The business implications are clear: scaling back these efforts risks not only your employee retention but also your brand reputation. Now is the time for companies to double down on DEI—not retreat from it. People are paying attention, and they want to work for, and buy from, brands that stand firm in their commitment to inclusion. #DEI #LGBTQ #Inclusion #Diversity #CorporateResponsibility #EmployeeExperience #Trust #HR

One year ago today, we proudly celebrated the release of DEI C.R.E.D.E.N.T.I.A.L., authored by our CEO and Founder, Jarvis Sam The book quickly made its mark, reaching #1 Amazon bestsellers list and selling thousands of copies—a testament to the power of its message and the growing need for nuanced, impactful DEI strategies. Get your copy today anywhere books are sold. Link in the comments below ⬇️ #diveristy #equity #inclusion #books #dei

Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth! 🎉 While Hispanic and Latinx workers make up over 18% of the U.S. labor force, they continue to face systemic barriers to advancement in the workplace. Did you know only 4% of senior executive roles are held by Hispanic and Latinx professionals? Let's recognize these challenges while advocating for more equitable pathways to leadership and career growth for all. #HispanicHeritageMonth #Equity #WorkplaceInclusion

Recent data shows a concerning trend: nearly half of LGBTQ+ workers are considering leaving their employers due to DEI cuts. In HR Dive, our own Jarvis Sam weighs in on this pivotal issue, emphasizing the long-term risks companies face if they fail to invest in meaningful inclusion. DEI is not just a 'nice-to-have'; it's a business imperative that directly impacts retention, innovation, and company culture. 🌈 Read more in the full article: https://lnkd.in/gN2UTg4q #DEI #LGBTQ #inclusion #WorkplaceInclusion #HR

🌈 Exciting Update: Rainbow DisruptCon is Moving to 2025! 🌈 After careful consideration, we’ve made the decision to move Rainbow DisruptCon to January 30-31, 2025! And we’ve lowered the cost of our virtual tickets to ensure more of you who can’t make it to Los Angeles can still participate. 🎉 Why this change? 🎤 More Amazing Speakers: We’ve now secured even more incredible voices who were previously unable to participate. 🗳️ Mindful of the U.S. Election: With our original dates so close to the election, we want to give everyone the space to focus on mobilizing voters and making their voices heard. What can you expect from the virtual experience? 💬 Engage in real-time with interactive chat functions during sessions 🤝 Connect with others in virtual breakout rooms 🍸 Join us for a virtual happy hour (thanks to one of our fantastic partners) for early registrants! 🎟️ Virtual Tickets are now just $99 for full access to this incredible two-day virtual event. We’re so excited for the changes this new date will bring and can’t wait to see you virtually and in-person in Los Angeles this January! Let’s continue to build a world where LGBTQIA+ professionals and allies are empowered, educated, and engaged. 🌟 #conference #joinus #lgbtq #professionaldevelopment

We're thrilled to welcome Schuyler Bailar as a keynote speaker at this year's Rainbow DisruptCon! 🎉 Schuyler is an educator, advocate, and the author of He/She/They: How We Talk About Gender and Why It Matters. His journey is nothing short of groundbreaking—at Harvard, Schuyler became the first transgender athlete to compete in any sport on an NCAA Division 1 men’s team. 🏊♂️ With the current climate of political attacks on transgender identities, especially in sports, there couldn’t be a more critical time to hear from a pioneering trans athlete and advocate like Schuyler. His insights and experiences will be invaluable as we navigate these challenging times together. Join us at Rainbow DisruptCon 2024 and be part of the conversation that’s pushing the boundaries of inclusion and equity. 🌟 Link for tickets 🎟️ in the comments 👇🏿 #RainbowDisruptCon #LGBTQIA #Inclusion #Diversity #conference

We know that diversity and equity are key pillars of a successful talent acquisition strategy. A recent Bloomberg Opinion column from Sarah Green Carmichael highlights data that supports the need ofr this approach in hiring. "A trio of papers for the National Bureau of Economic Research, published between 2020 and 2024, found it’s easier to get hired if you’re White. After submitting tens of thousands of resumes to a subset of Fortune 500 companies, Berkeley economist Patrick M. Kline and his coauthors found that most don’t discriminate in hiring, but a slice of companies strongly prefer White candidates." Our team is here to help with your inclusive talent practices and search services needs. https://lnkd.in/eciGWD92 #TA #Hiring #DEI #HR

Some great insight on the importance of #ERG(s) from our Founder Jarvis Sam ⬇ #Client