Volleyball England Foundation’s Post

Sport and physical activity clubs, groups and organisations thrive when they engage a diverse range of individuals and ensure that everyone can be their authentic selves when participating or volunteering. During Pride Month we’re highlighting that more needs to be done to encourage lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer (LGBTQ+) people to take part in sport and physical activity.  There are some great resources on Buddle including tips on LGBTQ+ inclusivity, using inclusive language, and how to make your sports club or organisation inclusive to all: https://lnkd.in/ed94nzci

A useful free session for professionals working with young people below. 🔽

As August approaches, it's crucial to remember that Pride isn't just a month-long celebration; it's a commitment we need to uphold every day. As allies and advocates, our support for the LGBTQ+ community must be unwavering, 365 days a year. This is especially important for our friends in the United States, who are facing a critical election. The stakes are high, with former President Trump running on a platform that includes rolling back hard-won LGBTQ+ rights and threatening broader human rights. The next few months are pivotal in ensuring that these rights are not only preserved but strengthened. Now, more than ever, we need to stand up, speak out, and take action. Being an ally means educating ourselves, supporting LGBTQ+ organizations, and voting for leaders who champion equality and justice for all. It’s about creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive, free from fear and discrimination. Let's keep the spirit of Pride alive every day. Our collective efforts can make a significant difference in the fight for equality and human rights. Together, we can ensure a future where love, dignity, and respect prevail. #inclusionmatters #lgbt #rbc #pride365 #ally #pride #speakup #humanrights #kamalaharris #gayrights #standtogether

Today, on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we reflect on the progress we've made and the challenges we continue to face. Despite the strides towards equality, violence and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community are alarmingly on the rise. I believe it is our collective responsibility to create safe and inclusive environments for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. The fight against homophobia, transphobia, and biphobia is not just a struggle for the LGBTQ+ community, but a fight for human rights, dignity, and respect. On this day, let’s reaffirm our commitment to creating a world where love, acceptance, and equality prevail. Let’s support initiatives that protect LGBTQ+ rights and ensure that every individual can live authentically without fear. Together, we can make a difference. 🌍❤️ #IDAHOBIT #LGBTQ #Equality #HumanRights #Diversity #Inclusion #Leadership

🏳️🌈Does your sport use clear language to ensure that LGBTQ+ participants, officials and volunteers are included in policies and strategies? 🏆The PSI Submission has now entered its eighth year, advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion within Australian sport. 📝Participation in the PSI Submission is a tremendous accomplishment, as participating sporting organisations are assessed on established and continued inclusion efforts for people with diverse sexualities and genders within their sport and/or organisation. 📝Participating in the PSI Submissions offers sporting organisations a cost-free, confidential opportunity to assess and enhance the inclusion of diverse sexualities and genders in your organisation. It provides benchmarking, year-on-year progress tracking, and comprehensive feedback to drive improvements and foster a more inclusive sporting community. ➡️To learn more and participate, visit: https://lnkd.in/gj7hfziA #PrideInSport #LGBTQ #Inclusion #Equality #Awareness #Diversity #Visibility #Sport #Australia #PSI #Pride

Love these insightful tips from my friend Damon Maassen, CPTD to ensure our Pride month activities are authentic and have lasting impact for LGBTQ+ inclusion all year long. Have a read in the link below!

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 This month, let’s celebrate the love, acceptance, and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. From the Stonewall Riots in 1969, which sparked the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, to the legalization of same-sex marriage in many countries, the progress made over the decades is truly inspiring. We've seen significant strides in LGBTQ+ representation in media, politics, and various industries, highlighting the importance of visibility and acceptance. However, there is still much work to be done. Discrimination, violence, and unequal rights continue to affect many in the LGBTQ+ community. We must address issues like transgender rights, workplace discrimination, and healthcare access to ensure that everyone can live freely and authentically. Acceptance and tolerance are key to building a more inclusive world where everyone feels safe and valued. Let's keep pushing for equality and creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all. #PrideMonth #Inclusion #Diversity #Equality #LGBTQ+

As an LGBTQ+ person, I know that the culture of the company you work for strongly affects both your work experience and daily life. I am happy to say that Strata has warmly welcomed me since I started, and it’s wonderful to be part of a company that supports LGBTQ+ people. It’s very important to highlight that as a community, we need to occupy more spaces, and the construction industry is one of them. According to a survey conducted in 2016 by the Construction Leadership Council, the LGBTQ+ community represented only 2% of construction employees. Among those LGBTQ+ surveyed, around 39% reported facing routine discrimination from colleagues or clients. While some aspects of our society seem to be improving since then, much work remains to be done. Facing this kind of situation in the workplace, or in any space, is completely unacceptable, and the community needs allies to fight against discrimination and inequality. If you are not part of the community, please remember that your support and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, dignity, and well-being are more than necessary, and your solidarity can make a big difference. 🏳️🌈✊

17/30🌈 Building a culture of visibility will help you to unlock the potential of your role models and allies. 💡Proud to present another compelling #underrepresented voice from our Seeing is Believing #research report, developed in collaboration with Citi. “I wish others would feel more comfortable being senior role models. I get the sense that the reasons that stop them are- a) they see it as a distraction from their professional achievements, b) don't want to be seen to be making a 'fuss,’ and c) do not appreciate the value that their being out gives to those more junior people in the organisation”. You can jump on board our #Project1000 mission to increase the visibility of #RoleModels https://lnkd.in/eKgxRprm #Voices #Perspectives #LivedExperiences #Intersectionality #Visibility #RoleModels #Allies #TogetherWithPride #Members #London #Boston #NewYork #LGBT #LGBTQ #Trans #NonBinary #LGBTGreat

UK is going into a General Election in six weeks, as a LGBTQ+ community we need to stay strong and united. Unfortunately, we know that some parties will focus on the LGBTQ community to divide voters. Electioneering will take place through Pride month, and the vile rhetoric will only be increased. We must vote for equality and inclusion, for safety, human rights, and dignity. Remember, we vote for our local MP, not the party leader. If you don’t like the leader, that can be changed once they are in. Let's stand together and vote for change. #voteforchange #voteforequality&inclusion #generalElection #UKpolitics #LGBTQ+