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On Our Blog: Joanna Amberger talks about financial planning and education tailored to the LGBTQ+ community in our newest blog post, Empowering The LGBTQ+ Community Through Financial Planning and Education. If you’re looking to learn more about LGBTQ+-specific financial planning, don’t miss the link for our LGBTQ+ e-book at the end of the blog! https://loom.ly/O-Ym2Xs #LGBTQ #LGBTQrights #LGBTQfinance

February is LGBTQ+ History month. To mark this occasion, I presented at Sky's weekly Research Team meeting. In this session, I covered: 🌈What LGBTQ+ History month is and why it's important - there are lots of reasons why it's important. 🌈How this month came about. For those who don't know, it was a direct response to Section 28 - a clause with prohibited any mention of queer families & content in local authorities, including schools from 1988-2003. 🌈How we can support the LGBTQ+ community now and always - there are also lots of ways we can support. 🌈Finally, what Sky are doing to celebrate both internally with events and externally with content. As a Sky LGBTQ+ Champ (someone who's in the know and spreads this knowledge) and a Bisexual woman, this month is particularly important to me. #lgbthistorymonth #diversityandinclusion

I love that we support and celebrate inclusiveness and diversity, but honestly, I have to speak from my perspective as a CEO. I often wonder if it's me, the person, or my mindset as a Leader and a CEO. I believe the only time we will be inclusive is when no one has to wave a flag or wear a badge or a wristband. Same for disabilities, ethnicity, or colour. People talk crap even when wanting not to... 'Oh, I don't see colour...' said a mate of mine recently. 'Well, get an eye test, pal; he is as black as the Ace of Spades, ' I replied. Oh no, that's not what I meant said he. Yes, it wasn't, but why do you even have to state that? Why does it need to be said? Just be his mate. I guess what I am trying, and probably failing and inviting a load of snowflakes to pile in, is people are people. When we get to a stage where none of this is a subject matter, that is what I call inclusive. As for diversity, well, God decided that already. What's it got to do with us? There are some things I am well known for by my friends and family. One is that I have absolutely no 'Gay-Dar'. One of my good pals from past work life is now a woman, and considering our personal backgrounds, I find it extremely difficult to get my head around but equally not at all difficult to accept. It's her life; she can do what she likes that makes her happy. I couldn't give a monkey's what she chooses to do; she's still the same person as when I first knew her, apart from the blindingly obvious and having a far less deep voice. I think the longer this need to recognise everyone with their own special symbols and the like, actually the further away we get from where people aspire to be. If someone is Gay, Bi-, Straight whatever, It doesn't occur to me at all, and I am equally not the slightest bit bothered when I become aware of it. What I care about is simple. In work, are you a good colleague, a grafter who is aware that the customer pays us all and values them? In my social life, are you good company, do we share values and interests, or are you really annoying or boring? Those things are the only things that matter, or should matter. When we can take pride in not needing symbols or events like pride flag and month then and only then in my humble opinion do I reckon we have cracked it. Until then though, Happy Pride Month to everyone who feels represented and that it gives them belief they can live happily and openly. I hope I am wrong and that actually it is empowering and breaking down barriers without what I like to call 'Idiots' who haven't got the brains they were born with being like scared rabbits towards anyone who is different from them. Until then, please call out all 'Idiots' instead of looking at your feet or looking away. Failing to discourage, by its very definition, lacks courage, and that's the only difference; people of Pride Month have had to show courage; the least you can do is make that inclusive by showing your own where they do get abused by the Idiots.

🌈 It's International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. Let's stand together and continue to educate ourselves on how we can best support the LGBTQ+ community, and work towards a world free from discrimination and prejudice. As part of our commitment, we asked university students, "How can brands better support the LGBTQ+ community". These insights underscore the significant role brands play in advocating for and supporting the LGBTQ+ community. Let’s take these insights to heart and continue to strive for inclusivity and equality in all that we do. 🧡 #IDAHOBIT2024

Looking to understand the LGBTQ+ community’s history, issues and terminology? The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)’s LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Action Toolkit breaks it down, providing insight and tools to move from #ally to #advocate during #Pride month and beyond. https://lnkd.in/ePHjbXGA

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 In acknowledgment of this important month for the LGBTQ+ community, we’re digging into the unique financial planning needs of this community and providing a few helpful money tips for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples. Check out our latest blog post to read more: https://lnkd.in/gBeVe-7y #financialplanning #pridemonth #lgbtq #retirementplanning

It's #Pride Month! Take action for older #LGBTQ+ adults. The problem: "We know that local aging services and supports are critical for the LGBTQ+ community to succeed as they age. However, fear due to a lifetime of discrimination and current lived experiences prevents many LGBTQ+ elders from accessing the care and support they need to thrive." Learn more about what you can do to help. #MondayMotivation https://ed.gr/ehb1o

🎓 Live Discussion on July 10th – Decolonizing Queer Academia: LGBTQ+ Experiences Outside the Western Lens Register here: https://ow.ly/GfCf50S8xMc    Join us for a free webinar as panelists Dr. Mikee Inton-Campbell, Dr. J. Daniel Luther, and Dr. Adnan Hossain explore the experiences and identities of LGBTQ+ individuals outside the Western context.    Hear insights on the impact of colonial legacies on LGBTQ+ research, the challenges researchers face when conducting LGBTQ+ research studies outside the West, and strategies to decolonize queer identities and academia.

Does #PrideMonth help raise enough awareness about LBGTQ+ issues? 69% of the readers of our publisher Yahoo said ‘No’ and we also agree that waving the rainbow flag just for one month a year is definitely not enough. Is it important to dedicate an entire month to the achievements and challenges of the LGBTQ+ community? Yes. Is it equally important to address these things the rest of the year? Also yes. LGBTQ+ issues go beyond Pride Month. Because as we see in the results of the surveys, the rights and freedoms of LGBTQ+ people are still not a given and in many people’s opinion are once again under threat. It is therefore important to show awareness and support beyond Pride Month. Because in reality, every month is Pride Month.

29% of people are unsure whether people in the LGBTQ+ community can foster.* We are here to tell you that LGBTQ+ people have the same opportunities to foster. At Swiis, we welcome people from all backgrounds and communities to enquire about fostering. To foster with Swiis, you need to: ✨Be over 21 ✨Have the right to work in the UK ✨Be medically fit to work ✨Have a spare room in your home ✨Enthusiasm, empathy and a willingness to learn and respect the young person's individuality *Based on our survey of 2,000 respondents #LGBTQIA #Fostering #FosteringMyths #MythBust #FosteringQuestions #AllTogetherBetter #FosteringYoungPeople