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On #LGBTQPrideMonth we invite you to a conversation about generating disaggregated data on LGBTQ+ people, more and better job opportunities and less violence. Join and listen to representatives from civil society, the public sector, beneficiaries and IDB Group authorities working to improve opportunities for LGBTQ+ people in Latin America and the Caribbean. https://lnkd.in/ex2gDQX6

LGBTQ+ Carers Needs - Impactful Lives Impactful Governance have been commissioned to look at LGBTQ+ Carer needs which may be different or specialised compared to a generic service. It may mean increasing LGBTQ+ activities, reducing isolation, creating safe spaces or tackling stigma & bias. This is a confidential form so you may say whatever you wish in confidence. https://buff.ly/3QjzhhI

Understanding LGBTQ+ Perspectives: Hear from the Community Join the conversation as we explore diverse LGBTQ+ perspectives. We want to hear from everyone - whether you identify as gay, straight, or somewhere in between. Share your thoughts and let's foster understanding and acceptance together. #LGBTQCommunity #PerspectivesMatter #InclusionMatters #EqualityForAll #LoveIsLove #Acceptance #Understanding #DiverseVoices #ShareYourStory #CommunityConversation

Understanding Domestic Abuse in LGBTQ+ Relationships and its Impact on Parenting Whether you're a professional working in this field or someone seeking to understand and support affected individuals better, our webinar offers valuable insights and strategies for fostering safer, healthier environments for LGBTQ+ parents. https://buff.ly/4cw327E?

As we celebrate #PrideMonth and the LGBTQ+ people in our communities, let’s consider how we can enhance well-being and recovery within LGBTQ+ communities. 📜 Check out this article from the GAINS Center that looks at inequities LGBTQ+ communities experience when they are at the intersection of the mental health and criminal legal system and learn about possibilities for change: https://bit.ly/3KbRz0Z

Interesting insights from Stonewall on #IDAHOBIT. The UK used to be #1 in Europe for LGBTQ+ rights, and we're now listed at #16. Why? And what we can do? It's the easiest thing in the world to say that you don't want these things 'shoved down your throat', but we still have significant inequality for LGBTQ+ people within our society and our workplaces. There are actions we can all take to address this.

May 17 is the International Day Against LGBTQIA+ Discrimination. It's a time to be a visible ally and promote LGBTQIA+ inclusion in your community. Here are 6 ways you can be a better LGBTQIA+ ally: 🌈 1. Learn and Listen! Listen to the experiences of LGBTQIA+ people. Check out content creators, listen to podcasts and attending inclusion training. 🌈 2. Inclusive Language! Use terminology that includes LGBTQIA+ people. For example, use the word “partner” to avoid assuming someone’s gender. 🌈 3. Be Visible! Signal to others that you’re someone who’ll support them. You could wear rainbow, share social media content and get involved with queer events. 🌈 4. Show Your Pronouns! Showing your pronouns shows others you’ll respect theirs too! Wear a pin, or add yours to your email signature or social media profile. 🌈 5. Use Your Voice! Stand up for LGBTQIA+ people and speak up against discrimination, even if the person being talked about isn’t around. 🌈 6. Advocate For Inclusion! Build LGBTQIA+ inclusion in to your everyday life and advocate for others to do the same. You can learn more from organisations who do this work each day. You don't have to know everything about being an ally in order to start being one!

"One in three LGBTQ+ have experienced homeless displacement in their lifetime compared to one in five in 2019. Of the respondents who indicated that they experienced homelessness or displacement, the most common reason for their experience was being forced by family members because of their LGBTQ+ identity." We need more tolerance and education for LGBTQ+ needs, starting at HOME. Too many LGBTQ+ Jamaicans have been displaced at some point in their life, simply for being who they are! What are your thoughts? The full survey report is available in the resources section of our website - equalityjamaica.org #IDAHOT #DAHOTWeek2024 #EqualityForAll #EFAF25

5 simple tips … it’s not hard or complicated … just takes a bit of effort to make the time to develop and then use your “ally” muscle. Give it a go … you might surprise yourself!!

June is Pride Month! 🏳️🌈 For the month of June, we'll have some weekly LGBTQ+ Housing facts for you. The LGBTQ+ community tends to be significantly younger than the non-LGBTQ+ population. Specifically, 52% of individuals identifying as LGBTQ+ are under 35 years old, while only 23% of those identifying as straight and cisgender fall into the same age group. These age disparities account for roughly half of the difference in homeownership rates between LGBTQ+ and non-LGBTQ+ individuals, as younger people are generally less likely to own homes compared to older individuals.