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So many gender diverse folks are told that in order to be "trans enough" they must change how they look, act, sound etc. But, gender affirmation is about so much more and can be found in many different spaces. Why narrow yourself down? If you already escaped the box and gender confines you were given, why would you jump into another? . . . #transgender #trans #nonbinary #enby #genderdiverse #transtips #tuesday #genderaffirming #genderaffirmingcare #qualityoflife #beyondbinary #lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtquiap #queer #transcare #coping #selfcare

🏳️🌈 "𝑰𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒔, 𝒉𝒐𝒘 𝒅𝒐 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒇𝒚?" 🏳️🌈 Watch how #LGBTQIA+ people express their own #identities across the key themes of: 1) Among #YoungerAdults: Exploration & Intersectionality 2) Among #OlderAdults: Established Identities & Personal Journeys For more insights and implications for #marketing and communicating to #LGBTQIA+ people of all ages, download the full report, "𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐲 𝐀𝐠𝐞: 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐆𝐁𝐓𝐐𝐈𝐀+ 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 & 𝐎𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬". Free download available here: https://lnkd.in/gsyQq4wi #LGBTQIA #Sage #sagecare #LGBT #lgbtq #pride #elderpride #agingpopulation #activeaging #seniormarketing #silvermarketing #equality #pride2024 #mrx #consumerinsights #marketingresearch #seniorliving #thefutureisold #agetech #queer #50plus

A message by me a nonbinary human. I actually did and do the things you see in the attached graphic. My face is not first lgbtq. It is first a parent, a professional, and a concerned citizen. When a trend to hate supercedes optimistic opportunity for others human evolution stops. We are at a cross roads in determining the fate of humanity. Hating one type of people wastes valuable time we could gain in allowing transformational leaders their success. #ClimateChange #2slgbtq #lgbtq

#Mrx community: How are you capturing and/or qualifying based on gender identity/sexual orientation these days in your #consumerinsights work? There's obviously more than one right answer depending on the study objectives/target, but just curious for ideas... #mrxpros #marketingresearch #lgbtresearch #ltbtqresearch #lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtq+ #marketresearch #inclusivity

In our recent research, we found that across both our younger and older #LGBTQIA+ adults, there is a prevailing sense of cautious optimism about #LGBTQIA+ acceptance and visibility, but results also show a nuanced understanding of progress and ongoing challenges which is influenced by generational perspectives and historical context. Check out the full report to see where older and younger adults have similar and different views about LGBTQIA+ progress, and what it means for #marketing and #communications. #pride2024 #pridemonth #hrc #sage #sagecare #lgbtq #lgbt #lgbtelders #olderadults #agingpopulation #genz #genx #boomers #seniors #agingadults #seniormarketing #silvermarketing #seniorliving #queer #50plus

Labor Day is a time to recognize the contributions of all workers and the strides that have been made to protect people’s rights in the workplace. But it is also a time to acknowledge that there is still much work to be done. 
 According to an August 2024 report by the Williams Institute of the UCLA School of Law, “employment discrimination against LGBTQ people continues to be persistent and widespread. Almost half (47%) of LGBTQ employees reported experiencing discrimination or harassment at work (including being fired, not hired, not promoted, or being verbally, physically, or sexually harassed) because of their sexual orientation or gender identity during their lifetime.” We encourage you to read the study at https://lnkd.in/dVveWi2f #laborday #UCLAWilliamsInstitute #WilliamsInstitute #genderequality #lawUCLA #equalrights #identiversity #GenderAndSexualIdentity #RealPeopleRealidentitiesRealLearning #gay #queer #lgbt #lgbtq #lesbian #trans #nonbinary #edutainment

We are just over a month from Pride Month - that month where LinkedIn becomes awash with rainbows 🌈 and an outpouring of Queer Love 🥰 - a time of celebration, and importantly a time to protest and create awareness of the discrimination and backlash the LGBTQIA+ communities still face. We are living in a divided country in the UK, and this is replicated around the world. This past 2 years have seen a marked uptick in hate crimes, and laws enacted to directly target LGBTQIA+🏳️🌈 rights, and these continue to increase. The rise of coordinated attacks on Transgender and Nonbinary individuals 🏳️⚧️ is on the rise - it has become a societal norm to "debate transgender people's existence" and demonise the right for people to be able to get on with their lives in peace. I know that many organisations are starting to plan their celebration and awareness events for June and July - please consider one of my Lunch and Learns, Ask Me Anything sessions, or a workshop. The video is my mini showreel for this year's Pride - please also take a look at my speaking focused website for more information and to enquire: https://lnkd.in/d_AFBN7j - we have a solution for every budget. I look forward to a video chat to discuss your thoughts... #Pride2024 #PrideMonth #LGBTQIAplus #Transgender #HR #ProfessionalSpeaker #PositivePeopleExperiences #Inclusions #LGBTQ #Nonbinary with SEE Change Happen and Marie Jane Manley

🌈 Happy Pride Month from Raven Solomon Enterprises! Recently, someone asked me: "Why isn't there a straight pride month?" After I got done rolling my eyes (🙄), I implored them to consider the following: 💡 Has it ever been illegal to be straight? No. 💡 Has someone ever hidden the fact that they were straight to avoid physical violence? No. 💡 Do people live in fear of losing their jobs and financial security if others find out they are straight? Again, no. In the face of adversity, LGBTQIA+ communities continue to thrive. *That* is why Pride Month is not only celebratory but necessary. This #PrideMonth, take time to show up for your Queer and Trans community members. Visibility is needed now more than ever. And always remember - LOVE WINS! #LGBT #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #DEI

Recently, someone asked a thought-provoking question: "I want to be an LGBTQ ally, but I'm worried that people will think I'm part of the community. How can I be an ally?" My response? If you genuinely stand as an ally, labels shouldn't hold you back. If the idea of being labeled makes you uneasy, it's essential to introspect why. Do you perceive the label as negative or inferior? If not, it shouldn't faze you. Authentic allyship means unwavering support, without fear or conditions. It's about fostering environments of acceptance and respect, advocating for equality and understanding, irrespective of how you're perceived. If the label comes your way, embrace it. It signifies solidarity and empathy, a commitment to making our world better for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Allyship demands standing up for what's right, even if it means confronting misunderstandings or prejudice. True allies don't fret over labels; they focus on creating positive change. 🌈💪 Looking for a speaker this Pride month or beyond? Schedule a time with me - https://lnkd.in/eJtnsQj8 #PrideMonth #LGBTQ #Inclusion #Diversity #Equality #Equity #Belonging #LGBT #LGBTQI #LGBTQIA #queer #loveislove #lovewins #empowerment #Pride #lgbtqrights #transrights #equality #diversity #Inclusionmatter

This is a great article and guide by the wonderful Ettie Bailey-King about trans inclusivity. Here’s an extract: So often, I read guides to trans inclusion which say things like: “we must include our trans colleagues” “reach out to trans people (if you know any)” “how can workplaces recruit trans people?” It’s bizarre, because… not everyone is cis. So it’s probably more accurate to say: “equity for trans people is everyone’s responsibility” “reach out to trans people you know” “how can workplaces recruit, retain and support trans people?”