This June, organizations have a chance to show their commitment to providing access and opportunity for the LGBTQ+ community. But how do you go beyond a rainbow logo to create a lasting impact?

1. Action Speaks Louder Than Rainbows:

🌈 Review and strengthen your non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies to be explicitly inclusive of LGBTQ+ identities.

🌈 Offer LGBTQ+ employee resource groups (ERGs) a platform to share their voices and needs.

🌈 Partner with LGBTQ+ organizations for educational workshops or volunteer opportunities.

2. Make it Visible:

🌈 Offer Pride-themed merchandise with proceeds donated to LGBTQ+ causes.

🌈 Display the Pride flag at your office and/or include it in your logo for the month (did you see ours above?).

🌈 Include the option to list pronouns on employee and/or event name badges, email signatures, on social media, and in introductions.

3. Amplify LGBTQ+ Voices:

🌈 Feature employee stories about their experiences and contributions to the company either internally or on social media platforms.

🌈 Invite LGBTQ+ leaders to speak at events and/or mentor programs.

🌈 Showcase LGBTQ+-owned businesses through partnerships or vendor programs.4. Focus on Workplace Culture:

🌈 Educate your leadership team on LGBTQ+ issues and best practices.

🌈 Offer anti-bias and anti-discrimination training to ensure a respectful workplace environment.

🌈 Celebrate identities throughout the year, not just in June, and acknowledge how all the different identities within your team strengthen your organization.

Be sure to take the opportunity this month to authentically celebrate your LGBTQ+ team members and their positive contributions to your organization.

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