People need to learn about the prevalence of a group before they care about them.
And here’s the thing: Queer people exist everywhere. You may not realize that because there is often a lack of safety for us to be forthcoming about who we are, including not being asked.
But if we’re not counted, then we don’t count.
Plus, the whole “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” thing is soooo 1990s.
So if you want to increase inclusion at your organization, it’s essential to have an appropriate way to ask about LGBTQ+ identities when collecting demographic info.
On this ep, I break down:
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 <li>Reasons companies often omit LGBTQ+ identities when asking demographic info</li>
 <li>How LGBTQ+ people are relevant to all organizations, even if you think we aren’t for yours</li>
 <li>Wrong ways that people sometimes ask someone if they’re LGBTQ+, and ways to do it better</li>
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7. Don't Exclude Us. How to Update the Language on Your Forms

The place for all things Queer Empowerment. Host, Eric Sullivan (he/him), licensed therapist and LGBTQ+ inclusion consultant, gives a behind the scenes look at his life as an out and proud gay person, gives practical ways that organizations can be better allies, and shares tangible tips to improve your mental health.