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Progress is made with allyship and consistent honest feedback. Have 15 min on your commute in or home today? Take a listen this 👇🏻 and then fill out the survey. There’s been a lot of progress made but still more to be done - the more data the better to help inform the actions needed. #lgbtq+ #beanally #participate

Happy Pride Month! LGBTQ+ rights have undergone some major changes over the past few decades, and while there have been great triumphs, there have been many challenges as well, including some that are particular to older individuals. With our latest article below, explore these areas: - Understanding the Unique Challenges - Providing Inclusive and Affirming Care - Building a Trusting Relationship - Addressing Mental Health and Legal Security https://bit.ly/3VRlimD

Creating a sense of belonging for all of our people is a central tenet of our firm. This includes all of our transgender, nonbinary, gender-expansive and other LGBTQ+ colleagues. We stand with them. #TransDayofVisibility In the last five years, our lawyers have contributed more than 13,600 hours of pro bono services for LGBTQ+ causes on behalf of 70+ clients. Among many other matters, we have assisted in name change clinics, advocated for persecuted individuals seeking asylum and represented national organizations seeking to overturn bans on gender affirming care. Learn more about this groundbreaking work on Law360: https://bit.ly/3IYzSkY

Does #PrideMonth help raise enough awareness about LBGTQ+ issues? 69% of the readers of our publisher Yahoo said ‘No’ and we also agree that waving the rainbow flag just for one month a year is definitely not enough. Is it important to dedicate an entire month to the achievements and challenges of the LGBTQ+ community? Yes. Is it equally important to address these things the rest of the year? Also yes. LGBTQ+ issues go beyond Pride Month. Because as we see in the results of the surveys, the rights and freedoms of LGBTQ+ people are still not a given and in many people’s opinion are once again under threat. It is therefore important to show awareness and support beyond Pride Month. Because in reality, every month is Pride Month.

It is not too late to register for TOMORROW's event (9 a.m. PST / 11 a.m. EST) for the "State of the Union of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors Representation," in which I will discuss with Richard Socarides where we are, what we can do and what we learned in the past year. We will also cover the current pressure on the corporate world around Pride 2023 and how it affects LGBTQ+ representation efforts. Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors #Governance #BoardDiversity Here is the link: https://lnkd.in/eFyaq4r6

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What goes into making a Yaqeen Curriculum unit? There is definitely more that goes into it than you'd imagine. Take a look at the work our #yqncurriculum team does in making one and then download our unit on reframing the LGBTQ narrative. https://yqn.io/19vr

LGBTQ+ Carers Needs - Impactful Lives Impactful Governance have been commissioned to look at LGBTQ+ Carer needs which may be different or specialised compared to a generic service. It may mean increasing LGBTQ+ activities, reducing isolation, creating safe spaces or tackling stigma & bias. This is a confidential form so you may say whatever you wish in confidence. https://buff.ly/3QjzhhI

Today is National Coming Out Day, a day created to help everyone better understand the LGBTQ+ journey and why LGBTQ+ visibility matters. As a firm founded by an out and proud gay man, we encourage everyone to embrace your authenticity and support equality. Explore these resources: https://bit.ly/3ZRhLoO #mlaglobal #lgbtq #equality #diversityinclusion

Estate Planning: An Essential for LGBTQ+ Equality 🌈 🏳️🌈 As we continue to fight for equality, estate planning remains essential for protecting our rights and relationships. This Pride Month, let's focus on securing our future. #PrideMonth #LGBTQRights #EstatePlanning