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How can we move past the intergenerational gaps in our rainbow communities, highlighted by the events leading up to the 2019 pride parade? I offer some thoughts in this post that follows on from my last. What do you think? https://lnkd.in/gTfsQQ8T

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

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

It saddens me that since I started at my current role that LGBTQIA+ services for adults and young people have been drastically cut. I don't think a week goes by the charities who offer groups and support to people are closed, or people who I have got to know have had their hours drastically cut reduced or in this case the whole charity has closed with little to no notice. In a time when mental health of young people and adults is at an all time low things like this can happen beyond anyone's control. Throughout my entire career, I have learnt how appropriate endings are so important for the mental health and well being of not only the people being supported but for those who support them. Even when the endings are tough and cause pain, saying goodbye and good luck is something I am very passionate about. I have seen, from personal experience what the lack of a positive ending can do. I am really pleased we managed to facilitate this celebration for the young people and staff. I was privileged to see the connections in action but also saddened that this safe place the staff had created for these individuals having to end so abruptly. Luckily, there is a place for them to go albeit not the same and they will have to travel further. The powers of b NEED to realise how vulnerable charities and other organisations are right now. We don't run on fresh air. If you cut people's support networks, you are not saving money long term, you are creating future costs for other services, ones such as the NHS who are already in a crisis.

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

At BLAXPO, we stand on the principle that equity belongs to everyone. While this is a time of celebration for many, we recognize that true equity is achieved not just through words, but through deliberate and impactful actions. During this month of reflection and learning, we are dedicated to deepening our understanding of the unique challenges faced specifically by those who are part of Black queer communities. Our goal is to ensure that our team, our initiatives, and everything BLAXPO represents embodies genuine inclusivity and support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We understand that equity is a continuous journey, and we are committed to taking actionable steps to make BLAXPO a space where everyone feels valued and safe. We are actively learning, growing, and ensuring the foundation of our organization truly represents the vision of equity we amplify. For us, ‘Equity In Bloom’ is more than just a theme, it is a doctrine we wish to apply to every aspect of the spaces we create.  In short, we didn’t want to publish a ‘Happy Pride’ post without taking the actions to back it. This month is a stark reminder of the work that is yet to be done internally, and we would love for you to join us on that journey. 🖤 #HappyPride #EquityInBloom #BLAXPO

Allyship starts with a belief in equality. But that's just the beginning. It means leaning into acceptance of lived experiences. Actively fighting against oppression. Truly understanding your own privilege and using it to stand with and for others so that we all benefit from the steps toward equality. There's always been purposeful effort by Mediavine team members to make sure we can all show up exactly as who we are and be accepted wholly. It's my very favorite thing about the place we have built. #pride #socialimpact #equity #equality

***Vanguard of Change: Students at the Helm of Social Revolution*** New York, N.Y. Over the past century, students have emerged as the driving force behind numerous social revolutions, catalyzing change, and shaping the course of history. Students have been the catalysts for change, igniting movements that have reshaped societies and advanced the cause of justice around the world. From the civil rights movement to the fight against apartheid, from anti-war protests to environmental activism, students have consistently stood at the forefront of movements for social justice, driving progress and challenging the status quo. Anti-Apartheid, Black Lives Matter, Civil Rights, demonstrations, Hong Kong, Jim Luce, LGBTQ, New York City, protests, Pro Choice, Social justice, Students, Trans Rights, , https://lnkd.in/e9v3d4pW

Patrick will be a speaker at upcoming event: Charting the Way Forward on Saturday, February 24, 2024, link to more information about event: http://bit.ly/49R4bGx Quote from Patrick Cokley : “It is imperative that the disability and traditional diversity communities learn to work together as they both share the core values of inclusion.” Image Description for Quote Image: [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 “It is imperative that the disability and traditional diversity communities learn to work together as they both share the core values of inclusion.” Below the quote: Circular photo of Patrick, he is smiling wearing a gray suit with a white collar shirt and a blue tie. In the background are words inscribed on a stone wall. To the right of Patrick’s photo: Text "Speaker, Patrick Cokley, Senior Program Officer, Equity & Social Justice Partnerships at Robert Wood Johnson Foundation"] Jourdan Saunders, MS, CCC-SLP #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityPride #DisabilityJustice #Broadcasting #VideoProduction #Media #Representation #AfricanAmerican #Disability #Disabilities #Intersectionality #Diversity #Equity #DEI #Accessibility #NYCEvents #DCEvents #VirtualEvents #OnlineEvents #Inclusion #BlackDisability #InclusiveImpactBranding #TheResourceKey #SafmanConsulting #BlackHistoryMonth #Community #InclusionMatters #DiversityandInclusion #AccessibilityForAll #Blind #Braille #Lowvision #LargePrint #Magnification #screenreaders #WCAG #leadership #networking #brailleliteracy #sustainability #communityengagement #philanthropy #tangiblebenefits #nonprofitmanagement #grantmaking #foundations

Wanted to share that my daughter and I are keynote panelists for Ramp Your Voice! Illuminating the Richness of Black Disabled People: Our Joys & Truths, a virtual summit created by Black disability activist Vilissa K. Thompson, LMSW on June 7th. Sign up for free here and read about our panel below! https://lnkd.in/eFEZ-njw "Solely centering Black disabled voices is an intentional, unapologetic action, one that is long overdue to occur and is strongly needed for us to truly be seen and heard without concerning the gazes of others." - Vilissa Thompson, LMSW, Founder, "Ramp Your Voice!" We're Sista Creatives Rising, a grassroots project (not a non-profit!) founded by me, Claire Jones, and my daughter, Amaranthia Sepia. We're an invisibly disabled Black mother-daughter duo whose mission is to help marginalized women & marginalized genders gain accessibility and visibility in the arts to facilitate personal healing. Showcasing several Black-disabled changemakers leading and raising awareness about the barriers we face in our communities, "Ramp Your Voice!" is centered on creating a safe, uplifting space to highlight topics affecting the Black-disabled community. We’ll be alongside activists Natasha Nelson and Morénike Giwa Onaiwu. The panel starts at 3:30 pm est. Our panel topic will be "Black Disabled Family," and my daughter and I will break down our experience of coming to terms with learning about our disabilities around the same time in 2022 - CPTSD, agoraphobia, and panic disorder exacerbated by racial trauma - all while managing my sudden loss of mobility, risk of paralysis and a lymphoma diagnosis only a few weeks later. We'll dive into the healing power of art and writing and how it's been crucial as we navigate this identity together. Alt text in comments shortly! #RYVConference2024 #DisabilityRights #Inclusivity #DEI #DiversityEquityInclusion #BlackActivists #BlackVoices #BlackStories #VirtualEvent