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#QueerTWENTY by egomonk turns 4 this year. So, here are 4 #allyship lessons I picked up from the thousands of hours we've invested in spotlighting 80 LGBTQIA+ (and counting) role models for India. 💡 What's your act of allyship in 2024?

Hang in there, change-makers! 🌟 Sometimes, the road to inclusivity seems endless, right? 🛣️🚧 But trust me, every step counts! 🚶♂️🏳️🌈 Leadership in community organizing, especially for LGBTQIA+ rights, is a journey worth every effort. 🤝💪 Let's keep pushing for those safe spaces! 🌈 Be the safe space you want to see & let's chat about it! 💬👇 #InclusiveLeadership #LGBTQIAAdvocacy #SafeSpaces #JulioCRoman “Safe spaces can no longer be bound and limited to physical locations, but they must be found and created in each of us, allowing us to transcend the limitations of walls, rooms, and buildings”

Here’s why: Your authenticity inspires trust and connects hearts ❤️🌈. Works every time. Being a leader means standing tall 🌳 for your community, especially in advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights. It's about making sure everyone feels like they belong, have equal access and where they can stand tall too 🤗. Let's create spaces where voices are really heard and diversity is truly celebrated! 🎉 Be the safe space you want to see 🏳️🌈✨. #LeadershipMatters #InclusivityWins #LGBTQIAAdvocacy "Safe spaces can no longer be bound and limited to physical locations, but they must be found and created in each of us, allowing us to transcend the limitations of walls, rooms, and buildings"

What Limits LGBTQIA+ Rights?Anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation undermines rights, limits access to healthcare, free speech and expression, and impacts education. The ACLU tracks the 494 anti-LGBTQ bills currently targeting these communities. There are hundreds of anti-transgender bills this year alone that aim to limit the rights of this population. In the spirit of making a tangible #impact, we are proud to share our guide highlighting the struggles and triumphs of the LGBTQIA+ community. This resource is designed to help donors and allies understand the root causes of inequitable outcomes and outline opportunities to support change. 🌈 Explore the guide here: https://lnkd.in/eQsyuEm4 come together this #PrideMonth and beyond to create a more inclusive and just world for all. #GivingCompass #SocialChange #philanthropy #LGBTQIA+ #Rights #legislation #DonorEducation

Has your organization completed SAGECare cultural competency training?

Research shows that a diverse and inclusive workplace brings a host of benefits which includes: - an increase in profits and productivity - smarter decision-making - better opportunities for creativity and problem-solving, and - reduced rates of employee turnover. It's clear that variety often results in the best outcomes! #diversityandinclusion #workplacebenefits

With many more #LGBTQ+ people wanting to start or grow their family, it's important they consider as many practical and legal implications both before and after the process of adopting has started. Matt Parr TEP (he/him)from our Private Clients team will be joining New Family Social's webinar at 12pm today to chat all things Wills, guardians and estate planning for their members. For more information on New Family Social, visit www.newfamilysocial.org.uk #EstatePlanning #Adopting #Wills #PrivateClient

Just a few more days left to apply to Print Magazine Awards 🏆 Looking forward to start reviewing the Citizen Design category, which will consider print and online campaigns designed to address and protect the lives and rights of the LGBTQIA+ community. Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eKtx2mc9 #PrintMagazineAwards #CitizenDesign #DesignForChange #LGBTQIA #PrintAndDigital #SocialImpactDesign #EqualityInDesign #ApplyNow

As #PrideMonth2024 comes to an end, let’s remember to continuously celebrate and support the LGBTQIA+ community all year-round. At YLD, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and continuously strive to improve our support for the LGBTQIA+ community. We host regular learning sessions with our team, and together with community advocates we explore new ways to support the LGBTQIA+ community together. Let's keep the discussion going: How are you supporting the LGBTQIA+ community? Comment below! #PrideMonth #pride #inclusivity

Did you know that nearly 1 in 5 LGBTQIA+ individuals have experienced homelessness? Systemic discrimination not only pushes LGBTQIA+ individuals into homelessness but makes them more likely to be subject to violence, sexual exploitation and harassment while sleeping rough or living in temporary accommodation. This LGBTQIA+ History Month, let’s change this story together! It starts with education, empathy, and action. By fostering LGBTQIA+ friendly organisations, services and communities we can make a tangible difference in people's lives. 🤝 Here are some steps we can take: ️ ✅ Educate ourselves on LGBTQIA+ experiences. ✅ Listen to and respect the boundaries of all colleagues, including those who are LGBTQIA+. ✅ Make your homeless service more inclusive to the LGBTQIA+ community. To get started, check out these brilliant guides from Homeless Link here: https://ow.ly/nHhT50QFeCy 💙 #LGBTQIA #LGBT #Homelessness #EndHomelessness #Housing #Community #LGBTQIAHistoryMonth