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I was absolutely honored to be able to contribute to Eptura's most recent blog about the importance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging in the workplace. This is such an important topic to consider, especially during 🌈 Pride Month 🌈 . Thrilled to get to work for a company that prioritizes inclusion and diversity--check out the article below!

Excited to learn more about this important topic! Join me by registering at the link below.

Check out our newest blog post: "During a time when organizations are retracting support from the LGBTQIA+ community, it is our steadfast commitment to our mission that allows the YWCA to maintain unwavering dedication." 🧡 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eBVfgBfE

Join our conversation as we delve into the heart of inclusivity with Marcel Herwegh and Maxime Dubech, passionate advocates for DEI. This episode explores inclusivity through the LGBTQIA+ lens, challenging norms and pushing beyond fundamental human rights. Listen here: https://hubs.ly/Q02xLrsx0

Affirming Advisor™ celebrates Pride Month, recognizing all of the advisors, firms, and all those within and beyond our profession who create safe spaces for others. We are grateful to the growing number of advisors and firms worldwide who join is in helping advance the work in helping the LGBTQIA+ community and allies achieve their financial goals. #pride #financialplanning #wealthmanagement Dr. Charles ChaffinDr. Brad Klontz

This Pride Month, we want to take the opportunity to celebrate the individuality of everyone, whether they're a UKFCU member, UKFCU employee or anybody else. We are built on community, and that's why we're proud to recognize the LGBTQIA+ community! Check out this article to learn more about how LGBTQIA+ Americans can overcome barriers to building credit: https://ow.ly/u9hy50S7gre

💭 I’m not a fan of one day/week/month “celebrations” of black peoples, women and disabled people! We don’t exist for that period only! ✊🏾 If you want to celebrate Black History, then have year long conversation about how to eradicate racism & what can be done to make sustainable and equitable changes. 💁🏾♀️ If you want to celebrate Womens Day, then have year long conversations about women, their challenges and what can be done to make long lasting impactful change. 🦽If you want to celebrate Disability Week, then have year long conversations about how to remove the stigma and make life easier for disabled people. 👉🏾 We are past performative gestures and intentions, it’s time for something tangible, equitable and long lasting. #Inclusion #TrueAllyship #BreakTheStigma #RealAction #Equity

Top tips for championing inclusivity during Pride month...and beyond! 🌈 Be an ally, learn about LGBTQIA+ issues to enhance your understanding and support of the community. 🌈 Examine and challenge your own biases to cultivate a more inclusive mindset. 🌈 Confront discriminatory language or behaviours, promoting respect and acceptance. 🌈 Utilise inclusive language and pronouns to foster a welcoming atmosphere for everyone. 🌈 Listen to LGBTQIA+ experiences and concerns with empathy and without judgement. 🌈 Advocate for policies and practices that promote equality and protect against discrimination. LGBTQIA+ inclusion should take place 365 days of the year. This is why Lifetime Group has its Equity, Diversity and Inclusion strategy in place to make sure we’re always considering the rights and needs of the LGBTQIA+ community when decisions are being made, and to avoid any kind of ‘performative allyship’.

A meaningful Pride month at your organization: Recognizing the importance of equity and inclusion and matching that recognition with action to improve and address gaps. An opportunity to reflect on how your organization interacts with, engages and empowers the LGBTQIA+ community. A moment to take stock and consider updating your diversity statement. A real and measurable effort towards reaching this often marginalized community through focused programming and targeted campaigns.

As Black History Month comes to a close, it’s crucial we remember that the journey towards diversity, inclusion, and equality doesn't end here. It's a beacon for ongoing change, a reminder that every day is an opportunity to weave inclusivity into the fabric of our worlds. This month has shed light on the remarkable contributions and the unwavering resilience of the Black community. Yet, the conversation and actions towards equality must continue beyond this dedicated time. It's not just about looking back at how far we've come; it's about pushing forward, ensuring that our progress is not just momentary but embedded into our everyday lives. Especially important is recognizing the intersection of race and disabilities - a crucial aspect of the inclusivity conversation that often remains overshadowed. Persons with disabilities within the Black community face unique challenges, bridging gaps between race and disability rights that necessitate thoughtful, inclusive strategies. Creating a world full of inclusion means actively dismantling the barriers that exist at these intersections. It means advocating for accessible spaces both physically and mentally, promoting diverse hiring practices, and fostering environments where every voice is not only heard but valued. As we move forward, let's challenge ourselves and those around us to not confine our efforts to a month. Let's carry the torch of inclusion and diversity throughout the year, integrating these values into our actions, decisions, and interactions. Every step we take towards building a more inclusive world helps in constructing a reality where everyone, regardless of race or ability, can thrive. Let’s continue the work, continue the conversations, and continue to create a world that reflects the richness and diversity of all its members. Together, we can make inclusivity not just an initiative, but a core part of our existence. #DiversityAndInclusion #BlackHistoryMonth #InclusiveWorld #Intersectionality