June is Pride Month, a time to focus and reflect on the LGBTQ+ community and the importance of embracing diversity and creating workplaces and communities where everyone feels safe, valued, respected and free to express their individual uniqueness.
This year, the official theme for NYC Pride is “Reflect. Empower. Unite.” The theme encourages individuals, advocates, community leaders and allies to reflect on the challenges they have overcome together to empower them to take action in shaping our collective future. At a time of division, this year’s theme calls for unity and is a call to action for everyone, including those within the LGBTQ+ community as well as all allies, to demonstrate their alliance with the community-at-large at this critical time.
Pride Month also serves as an opportunity to recognize the significant contributions of the LGBTQ+ community and honor their contributions that enrich our lives and push society forward.
Throughout the month, we encourage all of you to connect and learn and embrace the themes of this year’s Pride. Below, please find some resources and events to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the LGBTQ+ community.