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At Tollanis Solutions, We Celebrate #Juneteenth It's a day of celebration, but also a call to action for ongoing progress towards racial equality and justice. As a company, we're committed to: • Reflecting on systemic challenges impacting Black communities. • Recommitting to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. • Reimagining a future where equity is a core principle. We encourage everyone to: • Support Black-owned businesses. • Advocate for diversity & inclusion initiatives. • Educate yourselves & others on racial justice. Together, let's turn the promise of Juneteenth into a year-round reality! #BlackLivesMatter #Equality #Juneteenth

🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈NYC Pride is now accepting Grand Marshal nominations for the 2024 NYC Pride March through December 15, 2023. The FIVE Categories are: 1. Social Justice Warrior: An activist who has spent their life advocating for a society that embraces and celebrates diversity. An individual who has fearlessly advocated for human rights while working with other people and organizations towards building a socially inclusive and progressive world. 2. Trans Rights Champion: An activist who has focused their energies on promoting equality, acceptance and safety for trans and non-binary communities. An inspirational figure who has relentlessly championed trans-causes while fighting towards drawing the community’s attention to an important issue, and directing decision-makers toward a solution. 3.Behind the scenes: An individual who has been instrumental in supporting non-profit organizations that bring awareness to and advocate for LGBTQIA+ equality. A visionary who may rarely be in the spotlight but makes a measurable difference by carefully conceiving, planning and executing strategies that bring awareness to relevant causes. 4. Youth Activist: A person 24 or younger who has been instrumental in organizing their communities to build a better and more equitable society for them and future generations. 5. Celebrated Luminary: A household name who has historically declared their support for LGBTQIA+ Rights. An individual that has used their reach to selflessly advocate for equality and respect for LGBTQIA+ people. Submit nominations here: https://lnkd.in/eicWPbcJ

Last week, I had the opportunity to partner with Profitable Ideas Exchange to facilitate a panel discussion as a part of the DEI Community Roundtable. This was a unique experience in which we centered queer voices and elevated some Bozeman organizations that support 2SLGBTQIA+ communities across the Gallatin Valley and Montana 🌈 This energetic discussion provided space for dialogue between queer-supporting organizations and local private and non-profit companies. Representatives from Bridgercare, The Countship of the ISCSM (Imperial Sovereign Court of the State of Montana), Pride House, MT Trans Closet, and Queer Bozeman shared some of the following calls to action for local companies and organizations: ✅ Donate your time and money. No time or amount is too small. ✅ Be visibly supportive: share or repost activities and events, resources, logos, etc. and take advantage of educational opportunities. ✅ Do the work: be curious; ask questions; read, research, and expose yourself to difference on a regular basis. I am incredibly proud to have provided a platform for these local 2SLGBTQIA+ serving organizations to share about their missions, challenges, and actions of allyship. It brings me joy to know that in this space, we lifted the voices of those with boots on the ground, doing this impactful work. I genuinely believe Bozeman and other MT communities are safer and more aware with organizations like these having meaningful conversations with local business owners and associates 🤝 So, my call to action is to think beyond this month, Pride Month. As we approach the USA presidential election later this year as well as understand the human rights that are being jeopardized, how do you show up? Moving beyond the individual, and as sparked by the reflected panel discussion, in what ways is your organization staying informed, showing support, and doing the work? Curious to hear your thoughts below 🤔 ⬇ #pride #bozemanpride #montanapride #dei #communityengagement #allyship #corporateallyship

Happy Pride Month! It’s a time for us to celebrate the contributions and joy of our LGBTQIA+ colleagues and community. At Challenger, we like to lead with our values, and we believe in creating a culture that is open and safe for everyone. We’re debuting a special version of our logo and an updated LinkedIn banner, plus an email signature for our employees to use throughout the month. Symbols like these matter. But what matters more is going beyond artwork to listen, reflect, and take action. That’s why we’ll also be sharing stories from our Challenger community, reflecting on what Pride means to them, on our website throughout this month and at events in our offices, like our trip to the Chicago Cubs’ Pride Night on June 17. Society today is deeply polarized, and many members of the queer community feel less safe than they did a few years ago, as they face harassment, rhetoric, and increasingly, legislation that limits their rights and access to health care and support. Some companies engage in rainbow-washing or choose not to acknowledge Pride because they’re afraid of criticism, boycotts, and in some extreme cases, violence. I understand that fear, but giving into it doesn’t lead to anything positive. We don’t always get it right, but we’re willing to listen and learn. It’s important to embrace vulnerability as leaders, welcome authenticity, and focus on listening and building spaces where people feel comfortable and can bring their whole selves to work. That’s the culture we want to foster here, and one that allows our LGBTQIA+ colleagues to feel like they belong not just in June, but every day. Tell me how you honor Pride at your organization in the comments!

Affirming Advisor™ celebrates Pride Month, recognizing all of the advisors, firms, and all those within and beyond our profession who create safe spaces for others. We are grateful to the growing number of advisors and firms worldwide who join is in helping advance the work in helping the LGBTQIA+ community and allies achieve their financial goals. #pride #financialplanning #wealthmanagement Dr. Charles ChaffinDr. Brad Klontz

Allyship is about action and understanding. As we gear up for Allyship Institute from Feb 26 - Mar 1, we're diving deep into the intersection of blackness and disability. It's more than just supporting from the sidelines—it's about stepping into the ring to fight for inclusivity and justice. Learn how these identities overlap, intersect, and how we can uplift and empower these vital voices. Join us on this transformative journey. Register and be the change >> https://lnkd.in/giizQXv4 #StrongerTogether #InclusiveExcellence #SocialJustice #ywca #ywcamcleancounty #YWCAisonamission #eliminateracismandempowerwomen #mcleancounty #blono #BeAnAlly #StrengthInUnity #Solidarity #BlackAndDisabled #InclusiveCommunity #LearnAndGrow #Empowerment #SocialJusticeEducation #AllyshipMatters #AllyshipInstitute2024

Marc is one of the organizers for the upcoming event: Charting the Way Forward on Saturday, February 24, 2024. He will be onsite in New York at Medgar Evers College. Link to more information about event: http://bit.ly/49R4bGx Quote from Marc: “There’s a fear of disabled people still, and it’s deep. And it’s one of the reasons why, even within the progressive political community, people won’t touch it. Because they don’t think that there’s votes in the disabled community.” [Image Description: Top Left: QR code with text beside it saying "Scan QR Code to left for Event Details." Top right: Charting the Way Forward Logo has white background: Top line King's Dream in blue text. Underneath is a bright orange outline surrounding two lines of black text. Topline word Disability Bottom line JUSTICE (ALL CAPS) Center: Text “There’s a fear of disabled people still, and it’s deep. And it’s one of the reasons why, even within the progressive political community, people won’t touch it. Because they don’t think that there’s votes in the disabled community.” Below the quote: Circular photo of Marc, he is standing in front of the United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. He is dressed formally in a beige suit with a white shirt and a yellow-striped tie. He is wearing glasses and has short dark hair. He is holding a dark brown leather bag in his left hand and is standing on what appears to be a reflective surface, as the Capitol building is partially reflected in front of him. To the right of Marc’s photo: Text "Speaker, Marc Safman, CEO of Safman Consulting"] #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityPride #DisabilityJustice #Representation #Deaf #ASL #AfricanAmerican #Disability #Disabilities #Intersectionality #DeafBlind #Diversity #Equity #DEI #Accessibility #NYCEvents #DCEvents #VirtualEvents #Inclusion #OnlineEvents #Inclusion #BlackDisability #InclusiveImpactBranding #TheResourceKey #SafmanConsulting #BlackHistoryMonth #Community #InclusionMatters #DiversityandInclusion #AccessibilityForAll @mar

Creating Safe and Expansive Spaces for Racial Justice Activism Discover how creating safe spaces for racial justice activism is crucial for promoting understanding and collaboration. Learn about the importance of both affinity spaces and interracial spaces to foster change and allyship. Join the conversation and break down barriers. #RacialJusticeActivism #SafeSpaces #InterracialCollaboration #Understanding #Allyship #BreakingBarriers #SocialChange #Inclusion #DiversityMatters #CollaborationForChange

Marc Safman is one of the organizers for the upcoming event: Charting the Way Forward on Saturday, February 24, 2024. He will be onsite in New York at Medgar Evers College, CUNY. Link to more information about event: http://bit.ly/49R4bGx Quote from Marc: “There’s a fear of disabled people still, and it’s deep. And it’s one of the reasons why, even within the progressive political community, people won’t touch it. Because they don’t think that there’s votes in the disabled community.” [Image Description: Top Left: QR code with text beside it saying "Scan QR Code to left for Event Details." Top right: Charting the Way Forward Logo has white background: Top line King's Dream in blue text. Underneath is a bright orange outline surrounding two lines of black text. Topline word Disability Bottom line JUSTICE (ALL CAPS) Center: Text “There’s a fear of disabled people still, and it’s deep. And it’s one of the reasons why, even within the progressive political community, people won’t touch it. Because they don’t think that there’s votes in the disabled community.” Below the quote: Circular photo of Marc, he is standing in front of the United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. He is dressed formally in a beige suit with a white shirt and a yellow-striped tie. He is wearing glasses and has short dark hair. He is holding a dark brown leather bag in his left hand and is standing on what appears to be a reflective surface, as the Capitol building is partially reflected in front of him. To the right of Marc’s photo: Text "Speaker, Marc Safman, CEO of Safman Consulting"] #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityPride #DisabilityJustice #Representation #Deaf #ASL #AfricanAmerican #Disability #Disabilities #Intersectionality #DeafBlind #Diversity #Equity #DEI #Accessibility #NYCEvents #DCEvents #VirtualEvents #Inclusion #OnlineEvents #Inclusion #BlackDisability #InclusiveImpactBranding #TheResourceKey #SafmanConsulting #BlackHistoryMonth #Community #InclusionMatters #DiversityandInclusion #AccessibilityForAll

Though Pride Month is meant to be a celebratory month, we would be remiss if we didn't hold space for the constant threats to BIPOC queer lives in this country and in our sport. With that said, awareness is not enough–we need action! Here's a list of some actionable items you can take: 📌 Ask questions, and do your own research. 📌 Recognize your privilege and use it for good. 📌 Take your online activism into real-life scenarios. 📌 Speak up for the underrepresented. 📌 Follow the lead of your LGBTQIA+ peers and organizations. We also encourage you to take time to facilitate meaningful conversations about making the running industry and run communities safer and more inclusive for BIPOC queer runners. And, check out this RIDC blog post that highlights historic LGBTQIA+ figures. ➡️ https://loom.ly/pw1fX4I #PrideMonth #Running4Diversity