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Intersectionality Bingo

Intersectionality: The theory suggests and examines how biological, social and cultural categories such as gender, race, class, ability, sexual orientation, and other identities interact on multiple and often simultaneous levels, contributing to multiple forms of discrimination and systematic social inequality.

Endless Thread Podcast: Pup Play

“Which one of you freaks hijacked the south Boston green space google maps for your furry photo shoot?” Earlier this year, a Redditor was trying to find the person who uploaded pictures of himself posing in a dog mask and rubber suit to this location in Google Maps. But he’s no furry. He’s a pup.…

Celebrating Pride Month at Work

As a responsible and socially conscious member of the office, it’s important to recognize the significance of Pride Month at work and take an active role in promoting a more accepting and inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Read on for 10 Unique Ideas for Celebrating Pride Month at Work.

Breaking Down Gender Barriers in the Workplace

A podcast from Kim Meninger, The Imposter Syndrome Files – talking about the power of bringing professionals of all genders together so that we can better understand and support each other.

Pronouns & Email Signatures – One Step to an Inclusive Workplace

An original article that looks at the intersection of pronouns, marginalization, allyship, and privilege.

You Can’t Always Tell Someone’s Pronouns by How They Look

Why Do We Have Gay Pride Month In The United States?

How and why we celebrate Pride the way we do today in the US, from BuzzFeed.

A Guide to LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace

LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace is fast becoming a priority for organizations of all sizes. This includes SMEs as well as big businesses, as LGBTQ+ inclusivity offers a distinct competitive advantage for all organizations.

Why are trans people suddenly everywhere?

A short history of trans people’s long fight for equality. Transgender activist and TED Resident Samy Nour Younes shares the remarkable, centuries-old history of the trans community, filled with courageous stories, inspiring triumphs — and a fight for civil rights that’s been raging for a long time. “Imagine how the conversation would shift if we…

6 Ways to Respectfully Be a Better LGBTQ Ally

Marginalized communities in the U.S. are going through a tough time—to say the least. In the last few years we’ve seen families being torn apart over immigration, rising threats to women’s reproductive rights, bans that prevent the trans community from working, and an overall increase in reported hate crimes based on race, sexual orientation, gender,…