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June is Pride Month! Estate planning is critical for everyone: single, married, straight and LGBTQ. However, for the LGBTQ community, estate planning provides protections to help guard against discrimination when people are reluctant to recognize your relationship, even if you are married. Continue reading here: https://lnkd.in/g7np75EJ

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Be an ally. Be Kind. We ALL have one thing in common, we are all human beings first. Yet, so many different people continue to experience discrimination for a multitude of reasons. Financial wellness in the LBGTQ+ community face unique challenges and setbacks-- we all deserve to have access to financial products and services in an equitable environment. The 2024 LGBTQ+ Financial Wellness Report's key findings are a rude awakening that there is much work to be done for better financial inclusion. *Roughly half (48.15) of LGBTQ+ adults say they are financially unwell, compared to one-quarter (25.7%) of the general public. Both BIPOC and younger (age 18-24) LGBTQ+ adults are even more likely to say they are financially unwell. *Three in ten (30.8%) LGBTQ+ adults say they have experienced discrimination while accessing financial services *Roughly half (48.15) of LGBTQ+ adults say they are financially unwell, compared to one-quarter (25.7%) of the general public. *Nearly 60% (59.7%) of LGTBQ+ adults have annual household incomes below $75,000. "The data underscore the need for our economic empowerment programs, especially for younger BIPOC LGBTQ+ folks. I hope the data are a call to action for organizations serving our community. Given what we know about who is struggling the most, these organizations have an opportunity to center BIPOC young adults by being culturally responsive, trauma informed, and offering voice and choice to young people.” Maruka Rivers, Director of Economic Empowerment Programs at the Human Rights Campaign Foundation How is your credit union being an ally? If not, reach out and get involved.

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The 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court decision streamlined tax and estate strategizing for married LGBTQ+ couples. This gives LGBTQ+ couples the same right to file taxes jointly, gift family members larger amounts, and take advantage of portability. Read more below. Ready to harvest your future? Schedule a call with our team at https://lnkd.in/ggpQ47Uq. #planwhatwecan #FinancialPlanning #investing #harvestyourfuture

As we near the end of Pride Month, we look forward to continuing to bring awareness to the benefits and need for inclusivity in the boardroom. Let's continue to promote diversity, equity, and acceptance in our governance practices, ensuring every voice is heard and valued. We admire the work of the Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors and value their participation on the NACD Center for Inclusive Governance’s advisory council. https://ow.ly/k6XN50SmES4

The 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court decision streamlined tax and estate strategizing for married LGBTQ+ couples. This gives LGBTQ+ couples the same right to file taxes jointly, gift family members larger amounts, and take advantage of portability. Read more below. Ready to harvest your future? Schedule a call with our team at https://lnkd.in/gPYnFMzb. #planwhatwecan #FinancialPlanning #investing #harvestyourfuture

At yesterday's West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce luncheon, leaders from five statewide LGBTQ+ organizations shared perspectives and strategies on how employers and community members might support a more diverse and inclusive workforce & workplace. Thanks to Iowa Safe Schools, Des Moines Gay Men's Chorus, One Iowa, and Capital City Pride. And special recognition to panelist (and my friend/colleague) Dan Jansen, who serves as Board Chair of the Iowa LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce. Curious to hear any of your thoughts, ideas, and experiences in the comments below: 1) How is your company fostering diversity and/or inclusion? 2) How are you or others in your organization championing inclusivity in aspects of work culture? 3) What initiatives have you found to be effective?

The 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court decision streamlined tax and estate strategizing for married LGBTQ+ couples. This gives LGBTQ+ couples the same right to file taxes jointly, gift family members larger amounts, and take advantage of portability. Read more below. Ready to harvest your future? Schedule a call with our team at https://lnkd.in/euKSSc7g. #planwhatwecan #FinancialPlanning #investing #harvestyourfuture