Out & Equal

With some of the largest populations and economies in the world, the APAC region has a significant influence on global business priorities and goals. It's why our work in-region to advance LGBTQ+ equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace is so critical. We just wrapped our APAC Forum where we convened visionaries, leaders, and changemakers from across the region and globe for engaging discussions and insightful sessions centered on inclusion in the workplace, authentic allyship, and intersectionality. With opportunities to hear inspiring keynotes, engage in deep and thoughtful learning sessions, and build meaningful connections, attendees left the APAC Forum with knowledge and insights that will make their organizations stronger and more inclusive. Research across the board shows that valuing difference and creating workplaces rich in inclusion and belonging are moral imperatives that represent smart business practice. Convenings like APAC Forum serve as a strong reminder that what we refer to as "The Business of Belonging" represents the future and that the future is here and now. Thank you to our Partners at Pride Circle Bank of America , and Dell Technologies for their support in making this Forum possible. #BusinessOfBelonging #OEAPACForum2024

Happy International Drag Day! Thank you to the drag performers who bring joy and light into our lives. Thank you to the drag performers who, in the face of hate and efforts and rhetoric to demean and erase, continue to show up to spread love and champion inclusivity, justice, and equality for all. Today, and always, we hear you, we see you, and we stand with you. https://lnkd.in/eDZwyNWZ #BusinessofBelonging

Research shows that more individuals are identifying as nonbinary. And while we are seeing greater recognition and representation of this growing community, more needs to be done to ensure they are seen, heard, and validated. As we celebrate International Nonbinary People’s Day, let’s make sure we remain committed to building inclusionary workplace policies and practices that reflect the unique experiences and needs of this community. Let’s create spaces and workplace cultures where nonbinary people can show up as their authentic self and thrive. Let’s lead with belonging. #BusinessOfBelonging

We are very excited to share our July 2024 Newsletter, which includes: 👉An upfront from Out & Equal CEO Erin Uritus highlighting the need to "Double Down on Pride" 👉A recap of our Radiate Pride Reception Series 👉The next installment of our "In Conversation With..." series with Windō's Ken Janssens 👉Reflections from our Southern States Forum in Atlanta, GA 👉Information on Summit (including the extension of our Outie Awards deadline!) Be sure to check it out here: https://lnkd.in/e24NawWq #BusinessOfBelonging

In our conversation with Ken Janssens (he/him), Co-Founder and Head of Social Impact for Windō, he discusses his career journey, the value of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), and how companies with a clear purpose that go beyond profit margins are more attractive to talent, especially Gen Z. All this and more will be featured in our July newsletter coming tomorrow! Until then, enjoy this thought-provoking discussion with one of our favorite thought-leaders working today in the DEIB space. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/e6ncFN26 #BusinessOfBelonging

This June, to celebrate the meaning, power, and impact of Pride, members of the Out & Equal leadership team traveled across the country—to Atlanta, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York City—for our inaugural Radiate Pride Reception Series. And while Pride Month may have ended, the spirit, values, and meaning behind it has not and cannot. This is the moment to catalyze the power of Pride and double down on it. And as we do, at Out & Equal, we can't help but reflect on the energy and inspiration stemming from these events when our community came together proudly to say we are an unstoppable, radiant force.   So, whether you attended one of these events or you're curious about getting involved, we’d love to connect and welcome you! There will be plenty more programs and events focused on joy and illuminating the way forward toward LGBTQ+ equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace and beyond! We don't want you to miss it.   Connect with us and Become a Partner: https://lnkd.in/dAgqSgTh   #BusinessOfBelonging

We are proud to celebrate and recognize Disability Pride Month! It's a poignant reminder that valuing difference and leading with inclusion and belonging are principles that we all must reaffirm and remain committed to. And while the community in the United States has made much progress since the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), there is more work to be done. Data from the Center for Research on Disability shows that "the labor force participation rate for people with disabilities sits at 32.8%; compared to 77.1% for those without disabilities." Our businesses, communities, and society cannot afford to lose on the talent, experience, and unique perspective that people with disabilities bring. Today, and everyday, we must ensure our workplaces are accessible and inclusive. We must ensure our workplace cultures lead with belonging so people with disabilities can show up to work as their authentic selves and thrive. For those asking how I can be an ally to the community, we strongly encourage you to follow your intellectual curiosity, seek knowledge, do your own research, and build empathy. A great place to start is by following organizations like Disability:IN which is leading the way in disability inclusion in the workplace. #BusinessOfBelonging

#PrideDay 🌈

Our CEO, Erin Uritus, shares a poignant and important message as we celebrate and recognize the nine-year anniversary of marriage equality in the United States. "In legally affirming same-sex couples’ right to marry, we as a nation became something greater too." 🌈 ❤️

We are incredibly proud to partner with Windō to highlight the value of LGBTQ+ inclusion and belonging in the workplace. To help advance these principles, which are smart business practices that represent the future, transparency and an understanding of where organizations are on their inclusion journey is key. Read the complete "The LGBTQ+ Transparency Tiles" report, which spotlights the companies leading the way in LGBTQ+ DEI reporting here: https://lnkd.in/eykDMrzy And to those organizations looking to supercharge their inclusion journey, consider becoming a member of the Out & Equal Partner Community. #BusinessOfBelonging