Our affinity group Pride72 hosted a fireside chat with Out in Tech, the world’s largest non-profit community of LGBTQ+ tech leaders. Our colleagues learned about the organization’s mentorship program and mission to create opportunities for members to advance in the tech industry. The discussion was followed by a lively reception at our Hudson Yards office to wrap up our Pride Month celebrations.
Kyle-Steven Porter what a great pic!
The LGBTQ Commission has opened up applications for this year's Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Grants through the Denver Arts & Culture Fund! The goal of these grants is to support non-profit organizations that, through arts and culture, elevate the communities represented by each of the Human Rights and Community Partnerships (HRCP) Commissions, and that exemplify the tenets of equity, diversity, inclusion and social justice. Each Commission, including the LGBTQ Commission, can award 1-2 grants of $5,000 or $10,000, using the following requirements: ✅ Projects must take place within the City and County of Denver ✅ Projects must have an arts, culture or creative component ✅ Projects with a focus on social justice efforts will receive high consideration ✅Organization must be a nonprofit (501c3 or has a fiscal sponsor) ✅Funds must be spent within a year of receipt Apply here by June 23rd: https://lnkd.in/eC8Ut5Ak Know an org who would be a good fit? Nominate them here: https://lnkd.in/eeR6MPwZ
We’re thrilled to share some exciting updates from our LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group (ERG) as we celebrate Pride Month! Over the past few months, we’ve engaged in meaningful discussions and have several exciting initiatives in the pipeline. Here are some highlights of what we’ve been working on: 🌈 Upcoming Event: Next week, we’re hosting a special event to celebrate Pride Month and allyship in a relaxed and inclusive environment. Stay tuned on LinkedIn for a recap of our celebration! 📋 Policy Improvements: We’re actively discussing ways to enhance Easyfairs’ policies and best practices to better support LGBTQ+ members in the workplace and during hiring processes. 📅 Pride 365 Campaign: Pride isn’t just for June! We’re launching a year-round Pride 365 campaign, focusing on fundraising and supporting charities that uplift our community. 🤝 Allyship Training: We’re researching and developing allyship training to ensure all Easyfairs employees know how to be supportive allies to the queer community. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment at Easyfairs and can’t wait to share more updates with you. #lifeateasyfairs #visitthefuture #pridemonth #diversityequityinclusion Easyfairs
Help Us Connect with LGBTQ+ Non-Profits for a Community Capacity Needs Assessment! 🌈 For my internship this summer, I'm working on an important project under the guidance of John Pachankis: conducting a community capacity needs assessment focused on LGBTQ+ non-profits in the Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, CT). To make this project a success, I need your help! If you know of any LGBTQ+ non-profits in the Tri-State Area, I would love to hear your recommendations on community stakeholders and organizations I can interview for this project! Your input will help us identify crucial organizations and understand the needs and gaps in services for the LGBTQ+ community. 📍 What We Need: Names and contact information for community stakeholders at LGBTQ+ non-profits in NY, NJ, or CT. Your suggestions will directly contribute to a publicly accessible report and help shape future collaborations, ensuring we make a meaningful impact together. Please share your recommendations in the comments below, message me directly, or fill out this quick form: https://lnkd.in/e-uuHXMZ Additionally, feel free to pass this along to others or share within your own networks! Thank you for your support in helping us understand the needs of LGBTQ+ organizations in the Tri-State Area! #LGBTQ #NonProfits #CommunityHealth #NeedsAssessment #YSPH #Collaboration #SupportLocal #TriStateArea #NonProfitOrganizations #CommunitySupport #LGBTQSupport #LGBTQCommunity #NYNonprofits #NJNonprofits #CTNonprofits #NonProfitWork #StudentEngagement
Join us for our next learning session: Succession Planning for LGBTQ+ (and all) Nonprofits! Nonprofit boards are faced with many challenges, and succession planning can be among the most daunting. Whether you’re handling leadership transitions on the board, a planned departure of an Executive Director, or an emergency transition due to unforeseen circumstances, many nonprofits find themselves unprepared. Join this session to learn the ins-and-outs of succession planning, familiarize yourself with best practices and valuable resources, and hear from a phenomenal panel of experts who have each been through succession planning processes at multiple organizations. More info and tickets available here: https://lnkd.in/gESatVXF
Happy Pride Month! We are allies. 🌈 Here are 5 ways to celebrate Pride Month: 1. Educate yourself Learn all about the history of the LGBTQIA+ community, its history, and its challenges. 2. Donate Give back to the LGBTQIA+ community by donating to an affiliated nonprofit in your area. 3. Increase LGBTQ+ inclusivity in the workplace If your workplace does not have a culture that promotes LGBTQIA+ inclusivity, speak to your manager about ways the company can be more inclusive to this community. 4. Watch a documentary on the Stonewall Riots Learn how it all began by watching an informative documentary on the Stonewall Riots and the events that preceded and followed them, like “Stonewall Forever” or “Stonewall Uprising”. 5. Be supportive If someone you know is LGBTQIA+, be supportive as they pursue their journey. #pridemonth #LGBTQIA+ #loveislove #metabolichealth #obesitymedicine #obesity #ally Courtney Younglove, M.D., FOMA, FACOG, DABOM Maribeth Orr, D.O., DABFM, DABOM Maren Ozier Here is more about Pride Month from The National Council for Mental Well Being 👇 https://lnkd.in/eNmtJ-4M
In 2010, a powerful global movement was sparked when LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies spoke three words that would echo hope and resilience — "it gets better." This simple yet profound message ignited a wildly successful social media campaign, with over 70,000 individuals sharing their stories to offer solace and encouragement to young members of the LGBTQ+ community. Today, It Gets Better stands as a prominent global non-profit organization, touching the lives of millions of young people annually. Through an array of inspiring media initiatives, educational resources, and a network of international affiliates spanning 19 countries, It Gets Better provides vital support and access to community-based services. https://lnkd.in/gbA9BEfe #abbysoulproductions #resources #itgetsbetter #againsthomophobia
🌈 Celebrating Pride: More Than Identity, It's About Humanity 🌈 . Pride is about more than just identity; it's about humanity. . Nonprofits work every day to uplift and protect this truth. . During Pride Month, we honor the progress made and acknowledge the work still to be done. . Nonprofits are at the forefront of this journey, tirelessly advocating for the rights and dignity of the LGBTQ+ community. . They provide vital services, support, and education, ensuring that everyone can live authentically and safely. . These organizations are the backbone of the Pride movement, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and acceptance. . They remind us that equality is a collective effort, and through their dedication, they inspire us all to be allies in the fight for justice. . As we celebrate this month, let's recognize and support the nonprofits making a tangible difference in the lives of so many. . Together, we can create a future where love and acceptance are not just ideals but realities for everyone. 🌟💪 #PrideMonth #EqualityForAll #SupportNonprofits #HumanityFirst
Some thoughts I have about #PrideMonth this year and how organizations can support the LGBTQ+ members of key audiences.
At Slide Nine, we embrace diversity and inclusion not just as seasonal observances, but as pillars of our work culture. We proudly stand with the LGBTQ+ community, not just during Pride Month but every day. Through our unique philanthropy initiative, we empower our team members to make a difference by providing each with $1,000 to donate to causes of their choice that promote a safer, more equitable world. #HappyPride #Community #DEI
Pride Month is in full swing and there are few better ways to celebrate than to uplift the intersections of LGBTQ+ giving and the nonprofit work we do! To help us, this new infographic summarizes the 2024 LGBTQ+ Index Report by Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. This report dives into a decade's worth of data (2010-2021), highlighting how global events like COVID-19 and shifting support have impacted LGBTQ+ organizations. Discover key insights on funding disparities and challenges, and learn how nonprofits and philanthropists can help bridge the gap. 📊 🌈📚 Read the full report here: https://hubs.li/Q02C41bk0 #LGBTQ #Philanthropy #Nonprofits #Inclusion #Impact
Think of the last time you walked into a room full of people and just froze. Your heart races as you realize you don’t know any of them very well; they all seem to know each other, and you wish the ground would swallow you whole. As the sweat starts to gather at your brow, a face peers up at you, smiles, and says, “You can sit with us!”. The wave of relief that follows as you sit at a table of smiling strangers takes you out of your middle school nightmare, and into a sense of belonging. Many things have changed since that middle school nightmare, but one of the most important changes is that we no longer wish to “fit in.” We now wish to be accepted for who we are—who we truly are. June is the month that we celebrate Pride and there is no better time to practice acceptance. There is no better time to invite someone to “sit” with you, to make someone feel like they belong, just the way they are. June is National Pride Month, which is rooted in the Stonewall riots, which took place over several days beginning on June 28, 1969. We want to show our support for the LGBTQ+ community in 911 and those helping to make the future safer for our young LGBTQ+ community. Your support is more than just a shirt purchase. It’s a direct contribution to the safety and well-being of young LGBTQ+ individuals. We understand that Pride Month is about more than rainbow logos, and this year we are utilizing our platform to help bring recognition and funding to an incredible organization. We are partnering with Zebra Youth, a nonprofit organization that assists young (ages 13-24) LGBTQ+ people facing homelessness, bullying, isolation from their families, and physical, sexual, and drug abuse with individualized programs to guide them to recovery and stability. A portion of our profit from this tee will be donated directly to their mission! Check out our new special Pride Month design (and alllll the color and size options) at our online store and support two great organizations as we show our support with the incredible LGBTQ+ first responders! #911derWomen #EmpowerPride #YouCanSitWithUs #PrideMonth #AcceptanceMatters #ZebraYouth #SupportEquality #LGBTQFirstResponders #LGBTYouth
Impact at Out in Tech + Cybersecurity 🌈🧑🏻💻
1moIt was a real pleasure and honor to speak to your team about the work Out in Tech does! Thanks for your continued support of our programs, especially our youth mentorship 🌈