Voyansi’s Post

"𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫-𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭; 𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭.” - 𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐤 𝐕𝐚𝐢𝐝-𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐧 In a world where #Diversity is celebrated, #Language plays a pivotal role in creating an #Inclusive environment. By adopting gender-neutral #Communication practices, we're not just changing words – we're shaping a more respectful, empathetic, and understanding society. Let's break down barriers and build bridges that connect us all.🌍🤝 Do you know that India's Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Angika languages avoid gender distinctions?🌈 [𝑺𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒄𝒆 - 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑸𝒖𝒊𝒏𝒕] For the 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝟔 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬, we have been helping organisations foster an LGBT+ inclusive culture. You can also make your #Organisation shine above all through our training programs and initiatives. Each “do” is a beacon of belonging. Let’s walk through the transition together.🌈👥 ============= Reach out to us dei@thepridecircle.com ============= #PrideAtWork #InclusiveCommunication #GenderNeutralTalks #UnityInDiversity #RespectfulDialogues #InclusionMatters #EmpowerThroughWords #BreakingBarriers #ChampioningChange #EqualityInLanguage #CelebrateDiversity

📣DIAN India Meeting: Transformation of DE&I Frameworks. 📅Tue 21 Nov 2023 | 9:00am to 5:00pm (UTC +5:30) | Bangalore 👉Find Out More About Our Networks: https://lnkd.in/gfHy3DFR ------------- We are delighted to announce Société Générale as Venue Sponsor for our last DIAN India Meeting of the year, focusing on Transformation of DE&I Frameworks. This in-person DIAN India Meeting will explore how organisations can implement transformations to the existing DE&I agendas. Deep-diving into next practices, this event will include an Expert Session on Diversity Data, a Panel Discussion on Multigenerational Workforces, a Fireside Chat on the current needs of LGBT+ inclusion and an interactive Roundtable Discussion on DE&I priorities for the upcoming year. Watch this space for more information. This event is for DIAN India Members only. Contact us if you want to learn more on DIAN - Asia's Leading DE&I Network. #CBIndia #IMPACTxAsia #Diversity #Inclusion #Equity #LGBT+ #SupplierDiversity #SocialMobility #Multigenerational #SelfID

While Thailand may seem like an LGBTQ+ haven, the reality reveals a different story. "Tolerated, not included," as stated by Nikki Phinyapincha, founder of TransTalent consulting group, paints a nuanced picture during "Trans Mentorship and Seminar Day," led by Dr. Drew B Mallory and TransTalents as part of Sasin School of Management’s inclusion initiative (IDEAL). Shocking statistics unveil the hurdles faced by transgender individuals in the Thai job market. Approximately 77% of job applications submitted by Thai transgenders are met with rejection, surpassing the rates for lesbians, gays, and bisexuals. Moreover, unemployment obstacles are three times greater for transgender individuals compared to cis-genders, who identify with the sex assigned at birth. This highlights the pressing need for continued efforts in LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion. 🌐 Source: “Trans Mentorship and Seminar Day”, part of Sasin School of Management’s inclusion initiative (IDEAL) led by Dr Drew B Mallory and TransTalents. #TheLinQFoundation #LGBTQInclusion #ThailandWorkforce #TransRights

“𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫-𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭; 𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭.” - 𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐤 𝐕𝐚𝐢𝐝-𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐧 In a world where #diversity is celebrated, #language plays a pivotal role in creating an #inclusive environment. By adopting gender-neutral #communication practices, we're not just changing words – we're shaping a more respectful, empathetic, and understanding society. Let's break down barriers and build bridges that connect us all. 🌍 🤝 Do you know that India's Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Angika languages avoid gender distinctions? 🌈 [𝑺𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒄𝒆 - 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑸𝒖𝒊𝒏𝒕] For the 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝟔 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬, we have been helping organisations foster an LGBT+ inclusive culture. You can also make your #organisation shine above all through our training programs and initiatives. Each “do” is a beacon of belonging. Let’s walk through the transition together. 🌈 👥 ============= Reach out to us contact@thepridecircle.com ============= #InclusiveCommunication #GenderNeutralTalks #UnityInDiversity #RespectfulDialogues #InclusionMatters #EmpowerThroughWords #BreakingBarriers #ChampioningChange #EqualityInLanguage #CelebrateDiversity

Today is International Pronouns Day! Learning and using each person’s pronouns is a big step in the right direction for inclusion and belonging for all. #internationalpronounsday #hrc #humanrightscampaign #pronouns #pronounsmatter #lgbtq🌈 #lgbtqia #lgbtqiaplus #inclusion #inclusionmatters #belonging #belongingmatters #jodymousseau

My article in Bangkok Post , entitled "Dignity still elusive for LGBTQ people”: “In many villages in Isan, in Thailand’s northeastern region, LGBTQ people still struggle to be accepted and given their dignity, and not treated as a commodity that can generate money. How much can the Pheu Thai Party-led government ensure that LGBTQ people can live with dignity, when Isan remains crucial to the future of the party?  With its bid to promote “soft power”, the party focuses on enhancing economic prosperity with very little attention to the promotion of “values”. Younger demographic groups however are very receptive towards human rights issues as set in the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights: “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.” Living a life with dignity in rural Thai villages is not what one can often experience, regardless of one’s sexual orientation. Thus, the government’s determination to educate wider society is crucial to promoting a better understandings about “dignity and rights”. 

Last week, I had the honour of moderating the first Pride panel discussion ever held at The Mandala Group with these amazing individuals. It was an intimate session comprising members and non-members of the club, and I’m deeply grateful to Joshua Simon, Antoinette Patterson and G Pereira for opening up and courageously sharing about what it’s like to be LGBTQ+ in Singapore, from their professional concerns to personal challenges, and their hopes and dreams for a more inclusive Singapore. Here are some key takeaways shared by the panellists: 1) While there appears to be more understanding and acceptance in society of LGBTQ+ folk following the repeal of Section 377A last year, there’s still so much more to be done in terms of education and awareness in order for Singapore to be a truly inclusive and empathetic society; 2) How censorship guidelines ought to be reviewed for more positive portrayal of LGBTQ+ persons and characters in Singapore media; 3) The need for more inclusive housing policies and marriage equality rights that take into consideration the needs of the LGBTQ+ community; 4) The importance of understanding and respecting pronouns, and how simple adjustments to how we communicate can go a long way in making others feel seen and validated; 5) The unique challenges the trans community faces in Singapore (e.g. overt discrimination, lack of employment opportunities, etc) and the need for additional support, understanding and empathy for this marginalised group. It was truly very heartening to hear from many in the audience about how much they appreciated such a raw, honest and open conversation that rarely reaches mainstream platforms and audiences. Here’s to more brave spaces and voices as we journey on towards a more inclusive society that views every individual as equal and deserving of opportunities and quality of life. #PrideMonth #lgbtqia #Diversity #DEI The T Project

🏳️🌈Download the 2023 Hong Kong LGBT+ Inclusion Index Now! 👉 Download here: https://lnkd.in/guS-_R_g ------- We are excited to announce that the 2023 Hong Kong LGBT+ Inclusion Index is now available for download! What the Index includes: 👉 An in-depth look into the evolving landscape of diversity and inclusion within Hong Kong's corporate sector 👉 A detailed category-by-category analysis, highlighting the progress and areas of improvement in fostering an inclusive environment for the LGBT+ community in Hong Kong 👉 Best practices from 34 participating companies, offering valuable insights and inspiration for organisations striving to enhance their diversity and inclusion efforts Follow the link to download the report! #IMPACTxAsia #Time4ChangeHK #LGBT #LGBTQ #Inclusion #LGBTInclusion #Pride #HongKong #LGBTplus #DEI #Diversity #Inclusion #DiversityData

Why you should project manage gender transitions. #leadership #leadershipskills #leadershiptraining #leader #leadershipdevelopment #executivecoach #executivecoaching #inclusion #diversityandinclusion #pride #pridemonth2024 #gendertransition #hr #humanresources #hrmanager #diversity #lgbt #lgbtqia

🏳🌈 Did you know? Only 29% of the transgender and gender nonconform (TGNC) community around the world feels comfortable to out themselves to most of their coworkers. What can CEOs, HR department and managers do to create an environment of comfort and psychological safety for their employees? At this year’s “LGBT+ in Business” event, Ashley Dartnell and Kushal Khandhar, CFA (कुशल खंधार) shared insights and tips for creating a more inclusive workplace based on key findings of a recent BCG report that surveyed more than 6,000 TGNC community members around the world. 📽 Watch the replay of the session now: https://lnkd.in/ey2hmizu #TransAwarenessWeek #LGBT #DiversityAndInclusion #BCGinGermany #BCGinAustria