Today is National Coming Out Day, a reminder of the importance of visibility and support for the LGBTQ+ community. However, it’s crucial to remember that no one should ever feel pressured to come out. The decision to share one’s identity is deeply personal, and everyone should be empowered to do so on their own terms, or not at all. Let’s continue working towards creating an inclusive environment where people feel safe, accepted, and celebrated, whether they are out or not. #NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQInclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #SupportNotPressure #BeYourself #SafeSpaces
Deon Pillay: Head of Marketing Technology, Enablement & Governance . Speaker, multi-award-winning DEI champion, InterInvest LGBT+ allies network co-founder, mentor, accredited life coach. 🏆🌈
On this National Coming Out Day, I reflect on my own journey, a path that wasn’t always mine to control. Being outed was a deeply painful and traumatic experience, something no one should have to endure. Yet, through resilience and healing, I eventually found the strength to come out on my own terms, embracing my truth and using my voice to create a safe space for others. No one should be forced to come out before they’re ready. Everyone deserves to live authentically, in a way that feels safe, supported, and true to who they are. Let’s continue to stand together, advocate for love and acceptance, and ensure that every person can live their truth in their own time. — Deon Pillay