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Your people are the most important part of your business, be an inclusive employer and see the results

Check out these tips on how to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for your LGBTQ+ employees. From explicit non-discrimination policies to recruitment practices, try some of the below suggestions to ensure everyone feels valued and respected. What else would you add? #PrideMonth #LGBTQInclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #WorkplaceEquality

Numbers don't make you an influencer, the ability to influence does! In a world where your voice carries weight, it’s time to harness that influence for real impact in corporate spaces. The fight for LGBTQ+ rights in organizations is essential for progress, and you’re in a prime position to lead that charge. Here’s how you can advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and foster inclusivity within your network: 1. Use your reach to share stories and amplify diverse voices. 2. ⁠Partner with companies that align with your values to push for change. 3. ⁠Create dialogue around inclusivity in your circles—every conversation counts. 4. ⁠Advocate for policies that protect LGBTQ+ rights and promote diversity. 5. ⁠Share your experiences and guide the next generation of advocates. Join us in creating a corporate landscape where every voice matters. Connect with us to make your organization D&I friendly! #LGBTQInclusion #CSRImpact #BusinessGrowth #MIST

As #PrideMonth comes to a close, we celebrate our colleagues, consultants and clients in the LGBTQ+ community. As an LGBTQ+ owned business, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued, which is why "belonging" is one of our four core values. During Pride Month, we commit to making sure everyone can be their true selves, which empowers them to do their best work and live their best lives. "Belonging" means more than just including everyone—it’s about making sure everyone feels seen, heard and supported, as our founder notes below: #ABConsulting #consulting #businessconsulting

In marketing, we have something called seasonal content, but should all relevant events be categorized as "seasonal content"? 🌈 As a marketer who champions inclusivity, I've grown weary of seeing Pride reduced to a marketing ploy. 🏳️🌈 This Pride Month, let's go beyond superficial gestures. Don't use this significant time if your commitment to LGBTQ+ rights isn't genuine and consistent year-round. 🌟 It's about making real changes in our companies and communities, ensuring inclusivity every day, not just in June. 🌈 Let's use this month as an opportunity for genuine advocacy and impactful actions. Together, we can build workplaces and communities where everyone feels valued and respected. #pridemonth #marketing #realsupport

As a Relationship Manager at Workplace Pride, Robert Corvers takes great pride in the work he does for our members and his community. Recently, Robert had the privilege to share his personal story and expertise on LGBTIQ+ inclusion in the workplace during a panel discussion at Squire Patton Boggs. 📽 You can view the video below. This opportunity was not just important; it was necessary. Globally, we are witnessing the resurgence of anti-gay laws in countries like Ghana, Russia, and even the US. Unfortunately, this often translates into increased discrimination and microaggressions against the LGBTIQ+ community. It is crucial for employers to not only acknowledge this issue but also take action. Prioritising inclusion aligns seamlessly with business objectives. It fosters a win-win situation – not only do satisfied employees result, but it also contributes to higher profits in the long run. #WorkplacePride #LGBTHistoryMonth  #InclusiveWorkplace  #LGBTIQ

Advancing the conversation on equal pay, Catalyst Inc. underscores the importance of pay transparency as a step toward closing the wage gap. Let's foster workplaces where pay equity is not just a goal, but a reality. #EqualPay #LGBTQEqualPayAwarenessDay

Happy Pride Month🏳️🌈   Every year in June, the LGBTQ+ community around the world celebrates pride month and embraces the sexual identity and diversity in society. On LinkedIn in particular, many companies wrap their logo in rainbow colors to show their support for the LGBTQ+ community in their public image. But is that really enough - Is this a true statement? 🤔 In my opinion, it is a nice sign, but the question is, is it also being lived internally? Does every colleague of the company feel that they are accepted for who they are? And most importand: all year round and not just in June? Equal rights for all colleagues must not only be created on paper within the company, but also a space for them to express themselves.  Inspired colleagues will takle the extra mile, will pay back with extraordinary outcomes, will push themselves out of their comfort zone to achieve outstanding results. Growth is happening outside the comfort zone. Organizational and personal. But it is essential to have this comfort zone as a starting point, where everybody can be themselves. By the way: That doesn't just apply to companies, but to society in general. That's why I'm calling for an open culture so that everyone feels comfortable just as they are. #happypride 💕 #health 💪 #organizationalpower ⚡ #pushthelimit 🏁

What does it mean to have an inclusive workplace for LGBTQ+ employees? 🌈 At minimum, it means creating a space where everyone can be their true selves without fear of discrimination. A recent study from OutLeadership highlights the importance of visible LGBTQ+ leadership and inclusive company reputations. When employees are comfortable being out, it enhances their authenticity, empathy, and collaboration. 👉 Swipe through to discover more about the impact of being out at work and how we can build supportive and inclusive workplaces for all. #PrideMonth #LGBTQInclusion #WorkplaceDiversity

🌈 Our identities are not flaws; they're masterpieces painted with resilience, diversity, and boundless courage. Every shade of queerness adds to the brilliance of our collective mosaic. At Persad Center, we celebrate the vibrant spectrum of LGBTQ+ identities, affirming the beauty in every unique thread that weaves our community together. Let's embrace the strength within our diversity and amplify the power of self-affirmation. You are a masterpiece, beautifully and wonderfully made. 💫 #QueerAndProud #LGBTQAffirmation #StrengthInDiversity #CelebratingIdentities #PersadCenter #LoveIsLove #Empowerment #SelfAffirmation #PittsburghPride #EmbraceYourself #InclusivityMatters #DiversityMatters Image description: The image features a queer person posing and a pink background for words that read "My queerness is not a flaw to be corrected; it's a mosaic of beauty, complexity, and unwavering strength." It also contains the logo for persad center at the top corner.