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Happy LGBTQ+ History Month! 🏳️🌈 In this reflective article, Rosie Hazeldine takes us back to a time before 2003 when Section 28 was still in effect. She reminds us that a significant portion of today's workforce was educated under this legislation. Whether we were aware of it or not, this impacted what we were taught, what attitudes and behaviours were left unchallenged, and how we are doing now, long after Section 28 has been consigned to history. Section 28 of the Local Government Act 1988 was introduced by Margeret Thatcher’s government. It stated that local authorities, and by extension schools, “should not intentionally promote homosexuality or publish materials to promote homosexuality”. In the spirit of promoting inclusivity, Rosie, who praises settle for their #EDI efforts, shares some best practices: 🗣 Don't assume someone's gender or sexuality. 🌈 Embrace gender-neutral language, especially in policies. 👩🏽🎤 Ditch formal dress codes for a more comfortable environment. 🧰 Add pronouns to your email signature to respect diverse gender identities. 🎊 Celebrate LGBTQ+ milestones #LGBTQHistoryMonth #DiversityandInclusion #section28 #housingassociations https://lnkd.in/e7rEvrS3

The top 10 states with the largest number of LGBT adults are also the states with the largest overall populations, except for Washington, which is 13th overall and 10th in terms of the number of adult LGBT people. bit.ly/LGBTAdultPop

One of the starting points of being an ally is knowing what key terms and concepts of LGBT+ inclusion are. Here’s what the letters mean in LGBTQIAP+

We've put together 38 LGBT+ role models that we can learn about in school. See the full list on the Timbrell Education blog ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ewNBpdEq

#Ipsos Update June is available now! 🚀 In this edition, we delve into a sundry of topics: Discover the latest insights on generational dynamics and the impact of demographic changes in the Ipsos 2024 #Generations Report. Don't miss out on our newest Ipsos Equalities Index, which explores key issues around societal inequality, and the Pride Survey, offering a global perspective on attitudes towards the LGBT+ community. 🌍🏳️🌈 Read more : https://lnkd.in/gDiAmvps #IpsosUpdate

I'm really excited to be launching the Plus Importance Project, the UK's first registered charity with a focus on the + of LGBT+! People that identify fully or partly in the + (including asexuals, intersex people, pansexuals, non-binary people and many more identities) continually experience erasure which has contributed to a lack of rights, respect and representation. Additionally, public understanding of identities in the + is incredibly low. And the (currently limited) research shows that we're experiencing negative consequences as a result, for example: ➕ Asexual people are most likely to experience a negative response when coming out ➕ Intersex people are most likely to experience physical or sexual attacks ➕ Non-binary people are particularly likely to have felt over the last year that life was not worth living We're changing this by providing training and support to organisations, educating the public and conducting research. With more and more people (particularly young people) identifying in the +, it's particularly important for organisations to improve their understanding and make inclusive changes. We're currently looking for 12 Bristol-based organisations to be involved in our pilot scheme and help refine our offer. Please share this opportunity with anyone who might be interested and help us create a world where people in the + feel respected, validated and included!

Are you looking to level up your inclusive programming to represent LGBT+ residents 🏳️🌈 and unsure where to begin? We created this guide just for you! 💪 Our latest blog walks you through actionable advice to get you started. https://hubs.la/Q02qZxVl0 #LGBTSeniors #ProgressiveProgramming #AcceptanceIsKey #StartWithInclusion #SupportEquality

#NationalComingOutDay 🌈 As below, coming out is a different experience for everyone. Even in a safe space, it can be incredibly daunting, and is rarely the rainbow celebration we often think of. (💡links to find support below⏬) ❗ It isn't unknown - being able to be your true self at work offers great advantages for a company's profitability and success, but there is such a long way to go. 👀 I hope that reading this post is enough to encourage you to go out of your way and research how you can make your place of work somewhere that all can be their true self. 💼📊 At work, McKinsey reports showed that LGBTQ+ employees have to come out multiple times, with 50% of employees saying they have to come out more than once a week at work. They speak to a lesbian Partner at a law firm being asked what her husband does, and a gay man at a multinational firm being asked the race of his wife. "All in all, coming out at work can be a fraught experience. Some 37 percent of survey respondents reported feeling uncomfortable at least once in the past month with coming out at work. In some cases, coming out may lead to abuse. One Canadian interviewee recalled, “My colleague overheard a conversation when I was making plans for the weekend and figured out I’m gay. My life was a living hell. She lobbed Bible verses over the cube. Since she was a senior person compared to me, I thought that my life was over.” 💻 https://lnkd.in/exCZYFdW Also important to note in #blackhistorymonth that: 4️⃣2️⃣% of black, Asian and minority ethnic LGBT people feel the need to hide or disguise who they are at work - higher than the average of 35% across all LGBT people. 1️⃣ in 8️⃣ black, Asian and minority ethnic LGBT employees (12 per cent) have lost a job in the last year because of being LGBT, compared to four per cent of white LGBT staff. ⏩(Stonewall LGBT In Britain Work Report) Some amazing places you can find support: Switchboard - National LGBTQ+ Helpline (helpline support for LGBT people) Phone: 0300 330 0630 Email: [email protected] https://switchboard.lgbt Brighton Switchboard (helpline support for LGBT people) Phone: 01273 359042 https://lnkd.in/e2QBAGcj Give Us A Shout (24hr crisis text service) Text Switchboard to 85258 https://giveusashout.org MindLine Trans+ (emotional support helpline for trans people) Phone: 0300 330 5468 https://lnkd.in/eHEVqn3P

🚨 New Data Alert! 🚨 According to the latest findings from The Kaiser Family Foundation, a higher percentage of LGBT adults, compared to non-LGBT adults, have faced COVID-era job loss. 📉 56% of LGBT individuals or someone in their household have experienced job loss during the pandemic, in contrast to 44% among non-LGBT individuals. These numbers underscore the disproportionate impact of the pandemic on the LGBT community's economic stability. Let's stand together and advocate for support and resources to address these challenges. 💼 #COVID19 #JobLoss #SupportLGBTCommunity https://shorturl.at/DJzvx