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Happy National Cocoa Day! ☕ Have a mug of hot chocolate while you mark your calendar for our third annual hot cocoa contest on February 1st, 2025 at the Laramie Railroad Depot! 🚂   #SaveTheDate #NationalCocoaDay2024 #HotCocoaContest #StayWarm #friendship #inclusion #diversity #disabilityadvocate #support #awareness #qualityservices #companion #respite #homemaker #community #peaceofmind #peoplefirst #nonprofit #disabilities #advocacy #makeadifference #bethedifference #inthistogether Image Description: This graphic has a dark chocolate-brown background with lighter brown outlines of squiggly shapes. The center of the graphic is a red and orange outlined circle surrounding an abstract image of a mug of hot chocolate with marshmallows on top. On the front of the mug is the Peace of Mind logo with the signature rusty-red-orange Aspen leaf. Above the mug of hot chocolate written in an arc is, “Third Annual Hot Cocoa Contest.” To the left and right of the mug of hot chocolate are two small train engines. Below the mug of hot chocolate is written, “February 1, 2025 at the Laramie Railroad Depot! More info to come.”

The LGBTQIA+ community sector is uniquely under-funded, but this year, Rainbow Giving Australia mobilised more than $1 million to over 130 rainbow community organisations. CEO Em Scott shares this year’s highlights as part of our short video series celebrating our grant partners and all they’ve achieved in 2024. Find out more about Rainbow Giving Australia: https://lnkd.in/gqdUh6Y6

Ramadan Kareem to all our Muslim followers and friends during this holy month. Our Data Assurance Manager and Roots Network member, Safwan, has been sharing with our colleagues what his own goals are for the month of Ramadan: "Ramadan is a month of giving, whether through monetary means or by giving my time by volunteering at local charities. I love working in social housing for this reason as we all have the opportunity to make a real and meaningful difference to the lives of others (through good, quality data 😊)." We've also been looking at how we can support our Muslim colleagues during Ramadan by: 1. Learn about Ramadan and why some colleagues might be fasting. 2. Help colleagues celebrate by using greetings such as "Ramadan Mubarak" or "Ramadan Kareem," which means "have a generous Ramadan." 3. Avoid work activities out of hours. Safwan is part of our Roots Network - a group of Progress Housing Group colleagues that come together to celebrate and promote diversity and raise awareness of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic issues. Find out more about the Roots Network at Progress Housing Group: https://loom.ly/-8t6aAM #Ramadan2024

Tuesday 3rd December was International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPD) - an important moment to shine a light on how we can work together to become a more equitable, diverse and inclusive company, especially for those of us who live with some form of disability. Our Port Sunlight Research & Development site raised money for charities Scope (who campaign to transform attitudes to disability) and Sense (offering personalised, creative, and flexible support to help people with disabilities at every stage in life) to contribute to raising awareness about non-visible disabilities, educating and changing attitudes to disability and empowering people with a disability to seek support and adjustments to help them at work. The first step to building an equitable workplace is recognising that we don’t all start from the same place and each of us has a unique perspective and lived experiences.   Head to our site to learn more about Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Unilever. https://lnkd.in/gdPhAuge #UnileverUKI #UniquelyUnilever

In our next instalment of our ‘Refreshing Way To Do Business’ series, we ask: what makes HEINEKEN Ireland so inclusive?   According to Caitríona Egan, People Business Partner, and DEI Lead— It starts with a gender neutral hiring process. It’s enhanced life stage policies that support all key moments in our lives. It’s our work with charities and community groups.  And our determination to continually improve.   It’s a refreshing way to do business. #EnjoyHeinekenResponsibly

*Al-AmeenSpark* *Be Part of the Journey* " *The Power of Volunteering:* How Giving Back Transforms Communities" In this article, explore the profound impact volunteering has on communities, particularly in terms of social development and cohesion. Share examples of volunteer-driven initiatives that have led to positive change. According to Kerry Kennedy, human rights activist and president of Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, "Volunteering strengthens society by empowering individuals to take action." Discuss how volunteering fosters a sense of purpose and belonging, both for the volunteers and those they serve. #20DayLinkedlinShowUpChallengeWithNwanyieze #DigitalMarketing #GrowthMindset #LinkedlinCommunity #GrowthStrategist #VideoEditors #GraphicDesigners

🌈 It’s Pride month! We know that you know that Pride was started by the Stonewall Riots in 1969. So don't just join the rainbow-washing brigade this year... Instead, here are three things you can do to commit to equitable change for LGBTQIA+ communities in your workplaces and beyond. 1️⃣ Educate yourself and your employees about LGBTQIA+ communities and the struggles they may face, especially in the run-up to the election. This means using your initiative and the tools you have at your disposal (like the internet!), not relying on your LGBTQIA+ friends and colleagues to fill in the gaps. 2️⃣ Have an honest look at your policies and practices. Do they really include LGBTQIA+ colleagues? How can they be built out further? Avoid comparing yourself to the industry standard here and reach for real equity. 3️⃣ Put your money where your mouth is! Can your company help an organisation that supports LGBTQIA+ communities? Rather than just changing your logo this year, why not donate time, skills, or funds to help these organisations accelerate their mission for LGBTQIA+ communities. Pride isn't a tick-box exercise to turn extra profits. It's a reminder of the work we still have to do to create equitable change as well as a celebration of our LGBTQIA+ friends, family, and colleagues. So how is your organisation celebrating Pride in June? And how would you like to see Pride celebrated in the future? Let us know in the comments 👇 Photo by Ian Taylor on Unsplash

🎶 “It’s Friday, I’m in love” 🎶 As The Cure beautifully sings, there’s something special about Fridays. Today, I’m reflecting on the delicate dance of balancing work and family, a melody many of us know all too well. In the symphony of life, self-care harmonises with the responsibilities of parenthood and professional endeavours. While essential, it’s also a tune often drowned out by the pressures of juggling multiple roles. Let’s face it, the rhythm isn’t always easy. As a parent, especially as a mother, the tempo can feel relentless. Despite strides, equality between genders still lacks the resonance it deserves. The fight for justice, epitomised by campaigns like WASPI, echoes the need for systemic change. Yet, amidst the challenges, there’s a crescendo of hope. Every voice raised, every hand extended in solidarity, brings us closer to a more equitable future. It’s through collective collaboration that we compose the score of progress. Charities and businesses, working hand in hand, create a powerful harmony, delivering greater social change. Together, let’s not just listen to the melody; let’s amplify it. Because it’s only by working in harmony that we can truly effect change. #WorkLifeBalance #Equality #WASPI #Injustice #CollectiveAction #ChangeAgents #Charity #BusinessCollaboration Pic: me having a pinch me moment meeting our First Minister

🌟 Join me in fostering inclusivity! 🌟 At Society for the Blind, they are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. With guidance from the Michigan State University Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities, the Society for the Blind team has compiled some simple tips to help sighted individuals interact comfortably with those who are blind. 1. Treat me as you would anyone else. I'm just an ordinary person who happens to be blind. 2. Speak to me directly, not through someone else. And please, no need to raise your voice. 3. Let me decide if I need assistance with mobility. Don't grab my arm; let me take yours if needed. 4. Introduce yourself when entering a room and include me in conversations. I want to know who's around. 5. Be mindful of hazards like partially opened doors, and give me a heads up. 6. If you need to step away from our conversation, excuse yourself verbally. I appreciate the courtesy. 7. I'm capable of managing on my own, but I'll ask for help if needed. 8. Feel free to use words like "see" around me. I use them too. 9. Remember, blindness is just one aspect of who I am. I have many other interests. 10. When we interact, maintain normal conversation to avoid collisions in common areas. 11. If you're speaking to me, look my way. I'm aware of your eye contact. 12. See me as a person first, not just a blind individual. Let's promote understanding and inclusivity together. Remember, in all fifty states, the law mandates drivers to yield to white canes and guide dogs. Let's continue building a world where everyone can navigate with confidence and respect. #InclusionMatters #AccessibilityAwareness #togetherwegotthis For more information check out the Society for the Blind Website: https://lnkd.in/g9uYbDsk

Empower your board with the tools and knowledge to foster a more inclusive environment. Explore our guide on equity, diversity and inclusion today. #diversityandinclusion #equityinaction