Join ConstructConnect in Celebrating Pride and Inclusion
Join ConstructConnect in Celebrating Pride and Inclusion
Abstract
Pride Month is a reminder for people to be proud of who they are and specifically for amplifying the voice of the LGBTQ community. We spend a lot of time at work, so it's crucial that our work environment is a place where we can show up and be supported so we can focus on the work, no matter our race, religion, gender, age, ability, etc. At ConstructConnect, we embrace Pride Month as an action item to continue dialoguing on LGBTQ issues and advocating for the diverse needs of our employees. This sentiment to listen and explore our unique voices is inherent in our core values of respect, people first, empowerment, collaboration, and drive. Some of the things we can do to foster an LGBTQ inclusive work environment include increasing management-level understanding of sexual orientation diversity and being intentional about creating an inclusive work environment. The business case for creating a diverse and inclusive team continues to grow and the immediate labor shortage and workforce competitiveness should motivate firms to incorporate and implement DE&I practices. As people gather to march for love, equality, acceptance, and togetherness this Pride Month we encourage everyone to learn more about what it takes to create an inclusive and equitable workplace.