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Beyond the Rainbow: Your Ultimate Guide to Pride Flags https://lnkd.in/eqK_g3n Did you know that the number of people who identify as LGBTQ is rising? Today, over 11.5 million adults in the U.S identify as LGBTQ and one in ten youth identifies this way. These numbers are surging because society is becoming more accepting of people for who they are. Despite this progress, change still needs to happen. It is challenging to be proud of who you are when there are still people and laws that that discriminate against LGBTQ+ individuals. Nonetheless, showing off your pride can be incredibly rewarding. There’s so much history behind the different kinds of pride flags that exist today.

Beyond the Rainbow: Your Ultimate Guide to Pride Flags https://lnkd.in/eqK_g3n Did you know that the number of people who identify as LGBTQ is rising? Today, over 11.5 million adults in the U.S identify as LGBTQ and one in ten youth identifies this way. These numbers are surging because society is becoming more accepting of people for who they are. Despite this progress, change still needs to happen. It is challenging to be proud of who you are when there are still people and laws that that discriminate against LGBTQ+ individuals. Nonetheless, showing off your pride can be incredibly rewarding. There’s so much history behind the different kinds of pride flags that exist today.

Did you know that LGBTQ-owned businesses contribute $1.7 trillion to the economy? The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) champions the LGBTQ+ business community, working tirelessly to expand their economic opportunities and advancements. Discover more about the impact of LGBTQ+ businesses and how you can support and celebrate them this #PrideMonth. https://lnkd.in/gvNNZu-V #PrideMonth #LGBTQOwned #LGBTQBusinesses

Are you looking for data specific to LGBTQ communities? Check out this informative, 10-minute video from the South Southwest PTTC on how to leverage several data sources to obtain valuable information to work effectively with LGBTQ youth and adults in your community. Click here to view the video: https://lnkd.in/gz5dB9W2 #PreventionWorks #glpttc

Discussions on diversity in corporate boardrooms are expanding beyond focusing solely on women. Regulators are considering broader disclosure regulations to include the LGBTQ+ community. Read the latest op-ed from Sarah Kaplan, ICD.D on the research findings (with support from LGBTQ Corporate Directors Canada) which examined LGBTQ+ representation on TSX-listed boards from 2015 to 2022. 👉 They found only 9 board members openly identifying as LGBTQ+ in 2022, comprising 0.15% of all board members that year. ❓ This stark underrepresentation raises important questions about barriers to disclosure and access to board positions for LGBTQ+ individuals. 🔎 These findings highlight the need for organizations to improve recruitment, retention, and promotion processes to foster greater #LGBTQ+ representation at all levels, including #CorporateBoards. Read the Globe and Mail op-ed (paywalled): https://lnkd.in/gf3D6mSx

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

Heading back to school can be a stressful time for LGBTQ+ youth. This week’s blog offers some supportive strategies for both parents and helpers. 7 Tips to Create a Safer School Year for LGBTQ+ Youth.  https://lnkd.in/e4_bH8Uz   If you found this helpful, check out CTRI’s workshop, Gender and Sexual Diversity in Youth. Its goal is to enable helpers to create more affirming, accessible, and welcoming environments for those who identify as LGBTQ+.   https://lnkd.in/ehihDeJV

🌈 Pride month is fast approaching! 💡 At least 4.4% of the population are LGBTQ+, but only 0.15% of Board Directors on the TSX have publicly identified as members of the LGBTQ+ community. ➡ Check out the latest research by GATE Founding Director, Sarah Kaplan, ICD.D, on the underrepresentation of LGBTQ+ corporate directors in Canada, with thanks for support from LGBTQ Corporate Directors Canada. ⬇ See the infographic for more information on our research.   #Pride #LGBTQ+ #Research #CorporateDirectors #TSX

Excited to share my latest article on LGBTQ has been published on YourLawArticle .Together, we can create a more inclusive world where everyone can live authentically and without fear of discrimination. Check out my thoughts on the journey towards equality.🏳️🌈 https://lnkd.in/g2dCdRXz #LGBTQrights #EqualityForAll"

Can confirm: "Scott’s gifts to LGBTQ organizations have been transformative in what they have allowed organizations to do. Large unrestricted gifts empower LGBTQ organizations to pursue new & significant opportunities that have the potential to broaden the movement’s impact, (especially) in light of the current context LGBTQ communities are facing. When looking at the gap between the scope of gifts given to LGBTQ organizations & gifts given to nonprofit organizations in general, a primary takeaway for funders from Movement Advancement Project (MAP)'s report is: Do not shift your giving away from other types of organizations, but also give more boldly to LGBTQ organizations to close the gap." It is a critical time for bold action!