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Supporting Pride Month this June, we hear from Geffrye Parsons in this short clip, where he discusses his tips on how to be open at work about your sexual orientation. 1. Create a private plan on how you will come out. 2. Approach your LGBTQ+ ERG or sign up as an ally to the group. 3. If you have no ERG try to find someone who is LGBTQ+ or an ally and speak to them for support. 4. Slowly introduce clues. 5. Ultimately each situation is unique, so come out at work only IF, WHEN and HOW you feel comfortable to do so. #PrideMonth #LGBTQ+

Are you an ally or part of the LGBTQ+ community working in the built environment? If so, this is for you: EG have launched their LGBTQ+ in real estate 2024 - Attitudes, Actions and Allies survey for this year. The questionnaire plays a valuable role in understanding the progress made in this industry for the LGBTQ+ community. The survey is anonymous so please do share thoughts and views about how our industry is, or isn't changing. #LGBTQ+ #BuiltEnviroment #Surveying #Planning #Property #RealEstate

Our latest Insight Report, 'Practical Considerations for LGBTQ+ Travellers and Security Managers' helps organisations proactively address risks specific to LGBTQ+ travellers, minimising incidents and ensuring Duty of Care. While sexual orientation and gender identity are only two parts of any traveller’s identity, they can significantly impact their risk profile. Get your copy of the report today and gain access to worldwide travel guidance from our lead security and medical experts, including best practices, medical, transport, and accommodation considerations, regional case studies, as well as a pre-travel checklist for travellers: https://okt.to/t84QPT #SecurityInsight #LGBTQ #DutyofCare #TravelSafety

What a brilliantly useful course! It's only an hour long; I completed 10 mins a day, putting several actions/reminders from each chapter in place. Sustainable LGBTQ+ Allyship! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/erSEAyRz #lgbtq #allyship

In observance of Pride Month, I just finished the course “Understanding and Supporting LGBTQ+ Employees” by Rhodes Perry and learned about my own implicit bias through Harvard Implicit Bias Tests! Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gM_2hGeF & https://lnkd.in/gX6HDPXm #lgbtq #allyship.

LGBTQ+ travellers in the APAC region may face certain challenges in locations where cultural attitudes vary or there are little to no protections against discrimination based on gender identities and/or sexual orientation. This latest Insight Report goes into some practical considerations for LGBTQ+ travellers and what steps they can take to minimise the risks posed to them as they travel. Timely for Pride month!

It’s more important than ever for allies to actively give their support to LGBTQ+ communities. @HumanRightsWatch recently announced a national state of emergency for LGBTQ+ Americans. They also have some really useful information about which U.S. states are protecting–and which are encroaching on–the rights of LGBTQ+ people, plus ways that you can support the community. You can check out their work here: https://lnkd.in/eUtfM-hS Recently, @TheManagementCenter sent out a piece detailing ways that leaders and managers, in particular, can use their positions and skills to support LGBTQ+ staff. It starts with making inclusion explicit and transparent, by acknowledging what’s happening and creating queer- and trans-inclusive policies and practices. These are important tips for managers to have, as state and local governments work to undermine long-fought-for LGBTQ+ rights. https://lnkd.in/eSZpkmJU (Image from @yyananran on unsplash.com.) #pride #lgbtq #lgbtqia #ally #trans #transrights #lgbtqrights #lgbtqiaally #lgbtqiasupport #employeesupport #leadership

Inclusion is in. Gen Z #LGBTQ+ students and graduates want inclusive workplaces, new research reveals: 💠36% of students and graduates worldwide identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. 💠75% of LGBTQ+ students and graduates have reservations about working for a company where they can’t be out at work. 💠42% of LGBTQ+ students and graduates have witnessed LGBTQ+ discrimination at their place of work or study. 🌈 From seeking out LGBTQ+ inclusive companies to valuing diversity training, these insights highlight the growing importance of supportive workplaces. ⬇️ Download the complete report: https://lnkd.in/eB7mAxCb #NewResearch #WorkingWithPride

Do you love your child unconditionally, but struggle to understand their LGBTQ+ identity? You're not alone. Not a Mistake by Jim Domen, a man who himself grappled with same-sex attraction, offers a lifeline. This book is for parents, families, and friends who want to: ➡️ Navigate confusing emotions and overcome fear or guilt. ➡️ Learn to love and support their LGBTQ+ loved one authentically. ➡️ Find hope and practical guidance rooted in faith and compassion. ➡️ Address challenging questions like preferred pronouns and attending gay weddings. Not a Mistake assures you: Your parenting is not a mistake. Your child is not a mistake. Discover a path towards a deeper, more loving relationship with your LGBTQ+ loved one. Get your copy of Not a Mistake today. https://bit.ly/3ue2XoE #LGBTQ #ChristianParenting #FaithAndFamily #LoveYourChild #FamilySupport #UnderstandingYourChild #Compassion #Acceptance #Hope #PersonalJourney #books #bookstoread #LoveIsLove #bookspublisher #leadershipbooks

Impacting change on a systems level means using your power and influence to change the way people experience life. Imagine a world where everyone is free to BE themselves, including at work. As Pride month comes to a close we wanted to share five questions organizations should be asking themselves to help build a more inclusive workplace for LGBTQ+ 🌈 team members. These questions are part of Be Equitable's “LGBTQ+ Inclusive Organizational Assessment” tool, now available for FREE on our website. Click the link below for the resource and learn more about systems level allyship in our latest LinkedIn article. LGBTQ+ Inclusive Organizational Assessment Tool: https://lnkd.in/gt8cgHRA Systems Level Allyship Article: https://lnkd.in/gbZAgXyE #Pride #Allyship #Equity #Inclusion #Resource