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Check out the recent ApartmentGuide article we were featured in:  While it’s perhaps best known as the state capital of Wisconsin, there is much that Madison is known for. The hidden gems throughout Madison, WI make the city beloved by locals and visitors alike. From iconic neighborhood hang-outs to gorgeous natural features, there is so much to explore in this Midwestern hub. Whether you’re moving to an apartment in Madison, WI, want to buy a home in the area, or are just passing through the Midwest in a rental house, these local experts have shared the must-visit spots to seek out to make this capital city feel like home. Several of our very own LGBTQ+ [member-owned] business are featured! Cheers to Julia McConahay, Owner of @Chrysalis Hair and Body, Delta Beer Lab, Kat McMullin, M.Ed., ERYT, Owner of Mala Yoga Center for being safe spaces! Thanks Kaitlyn Neitman and Redfin for including OPEN Madison - Out Professional Engagement Network and our community! Read the full article here: 12 Hidden Gems in Madison, WI | ApartmentGuide.com

🌟 Empower Your Career with OPEN's Free Resources! 🌈 Looking to take your career to the next level? Check out OPEN's FREE resource -- Ace the Interview Guide! Whether you're preparing for your dream job, building inclusive practices, or fostering connections, we've got the tools to support your success. ✨ Spotlight: The Ace the Interview Guide is packed with expert tips to help you confidently navigate your next big opportunity. Practice your answers, refine your strategy, and make a lasting impression! 💬 Tag a friend who could use these tools to shine in their career! #CareerSuccess #LGBTQInclusion #DiversityEquityInclusion #InterviewTips #OPENMadison #FreeResources

🎉 Happy New Year from all of us at OPEN Foundation! As we step into 2025, we’re reminded of the power of standing together. This year holds so much potential, and we have big goals to achieve—goals that will continue to foster inclusion, amplify LGBTQ+ voices, and create spaces where everyone can thrive. Now more than ever, it’s essential to support one another and build a future rooted in belonging and equity. Together, we can make a difference. Here’s to a year of progress, connection, and community! 🌟 #HappyNewYear #StrongerTogether #LGBTQCommunity #InclusionMatters #OPENFoundation

Today is Giving Tuesday! Every contribution—big or small—makes a tangible impact in our LGBTQ+ community. Your donation funds career coaching, leadership programs, and events that change lives. Let’s show the power of unity. Donate now and help us continue to create opportunities. https://lnkd.in/eg5pRyYj #GivingTuesday #LGBTQCommunity #EmpowerChange #MadisonWI #LGBTQ #Impact #bettertogether

Just 3 Days Left Until Giving Tuesday! Your generosity fuels events like the Spring Career Fair and programs like the Transform Cohort, directly impacting LGBTQ+ individuals. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future. Make your gift count this Giving Tuesday. https://lnkd.in/eg5pRyYj #GivingTuesday #LGBTQInclusion #MakeADifference #MadisonWI

Countdown to Giving Tuesday! Next week, we celebrate the power of giving. Your support of OPEN Foundation empowers LGBTQ+ professionals with resources, coaching, and community. No gift is too small—every dollar makes a difference. Together, we can create opportunities and drive change. https://lnkd.in/ek6RSRWR #GivingTuesday #LGBTQSupport #TogetherWeThrive #MadisonWI #career

📢 In the News: OPEN Foundation and OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center share insights with Isthmus on the heightened stress and anxiety within Madison’s LGBTQ+ community following the recent election. Stress, anxiety, and uncertainty are weighing heavily on our community, as attacks on diversity and inclusion efforts loom. 🌈 To our LGBTQ+ community We see you. We hear you. And we stand with you. Together, we’ll continue to push for a safer, more inclusive world where everyone can thrive. https://shorturl.at/VISoK #LGBTQCommunity #InclusionMatters #BetterTogether #MadisonWI

Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor and remember the lives of transgender individuals lost to violence and hate. OPEN stands with the transgender community, offering not only remembrance but also unwavering support and solidarity. To all trans individuals, know that you are seen, valued, and embraced. Our community welcomes you with open arms and will continue to fight for a world where you can live authentically and safely. Let’s commit to creating a future where love, acceptance, and inclusion triumph over hate. 💜 #TransDayOfRemembrance #TDOR #WeRemember #TransLivesMatter

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨 Missed the deadline? No worries! We've extended the application deadline for OPEN Foundation Scholarships to eCornell Certificate Programs to THIS FRIDAY! 🎉 Don’t miss your chance to access this incredible opportunity for professional growth and development. This scholarship could be the next big step in your journey. ⏳ Apply now and share with your network before it’s too late! https://lnkd.in/e9C-U6HX #scholarship #lgbtq #professionaldevelopment #madisonwi

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