LGBTQ+ Owned businesses are a vital part of the American economy.
According to the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), there are over 1.4 million LGBTQ-owned businesses in the United States and these businesses contribute approximately $1.7 trillion to the U.S. economy annually.
LGBTQ-owned businesses play an important role in the society by:
1️⃣ Supporting LGBTQ+ communities
2️⃣ Advancing LGBTQ+ rights and visibility
3️⃣ Providing employment opportunities
4️⃣ Supporting local economies
5️⃣ Showcasing LGBTQ+ entrepreneurial spirit and contributions
At GNEC, we are proud to support and empower the LGBTQ+ Owned businesses and embrace diversity and inclusion with our Pride Fund.
Through our Pride Fund, LGBTQ+ Owned businesses can continue to make invaluable contributions to the American economy and society as a whole.
For more information on this fund, visit:https://lnkd.in/eeMBSinw#GNEC#Pride#newarkcdfi#pridefund#LGBTQ#businessnentrepreneurship#smallbusiness#cdfi#newarkcdfi#loan#capital#GNEC#Pride#businessnentrepreneurship#businessowners#loan#SupportingLGBTQBusinesses
June is an awareness month of visibility, acceptance, and celebrating diversity.
#Pride is a reminder of a huge turning point for LGBTQ+ rights and a chance to be thankful for the trailblazers who paved the way for changes all those years ago. 🙏
"The benefit of standing up for your rights is that others see you standing up - and then stand shoulder to shoulder with you."
When it comes to creating positive, inclusive cultures, we know that it's more than just rainbow logos; it's about fostering genuine acceptance, implementing inclusive policies, providing education and support, and actively challenging discrimination to ensure everyone feels valued and respected year-round.
That’s why we’ve dipped into #GECKnowHow, the biggest collection of DEI resources* - for everyone, to highlight brilliant books, popular podcasts and fantastic films for Pride month and beyond: https://lnkd.in/egSCfpuj#bookrecommenations#DEI#diversity#inclusion#equality#LGBTQ+ #representationmatters#InclusionRevolution#pridemonth
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Did you know?
🏳🌈 LGBTQ+ investing, also known as LGBTQ+ impact investing or 'queer finance', refers to the practice of aligning investment decisions with the values and goals of supporting LGBTQ+ rights and the broader LGBTQ+ community. It involves investing in companies or funds that are LGBTQ+ inclusive and supportive, both in terms of their workplace policies and their broader social impact. Investors interested in LGBTQ+ investing may seek out opportunities in the following areas:
🔴 LGBTQ+ Friendly Companies: Investing in companies with strong LGBTQ+ inclusion policies and diverse workforces.
🔴 LGBTQ+ Advocacy: Supporting organisations, nonprofits, and initiatives that actively work toward LGBTQ+ equality and social justice.
🔴 LGBTQ+-Owned Businesses: Investing in or supporting businesses owned by LGBTQ+ individuals.
🔴 LGBTQ+ Community Projects: Funding or supporting projects and initiatives that benefit the LGBTQ+ community, such as LGBTQ+ community centres, health services, and education programs.
🔴LGBTQ+ investing allows individuals and institutions to leverage their financial resources to promote LGBTQ+ rights, inclusion, and social progress while potentially generating financial returns. It's a way for investors to align their values with their investment strategies.
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For International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, we wanted to shine a light on the fact that one in five (19%) of LGBTQ+ young adults experience bullying in the workplace, and a quarter of them said they went 'back in the closet' when they started work, according to a report from Just Like Us.
We have previously discussed the phenomenon of LGBTQ+ employees feeling they had to go 'back in the closet' (which you can read about here: https://lnkd.in/dxskEi-4), and believe that this issue captures why building a culture with a foundation of inclusion and belonging is so important.
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