Drew Bartkiewicz 10/26/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/26/21

Coming out at work is not a one-off event

For many LGBTIQ+ workers coming out is a never-ending process. A recent study in the UK shows coming out at work is still a problem.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/25/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/25/21

Apple CEO, NBA's Dwyane Wade Help LGBTQ Group Build Homes

Apple CEO Tim Cook and retired NBA All-Star Dwyane Wade joined Utah leaders Wednesday to announce the completion of a local advocacy group's campaign to build new homes that provide services for LGBTQ youth in the U.S. West.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/23/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/23/21

The Battles that Remain: Military Service and LGBT Equality

As recently as three years ago, gay, lesbian, and bisexual Americans in the armed forces were forced to keep their sexuality a secret or risk being discharged—a risk that would become a certainty if attempting to marry a person of the same sex. Therefore, the idea of extending military spousal benefits to same-sex spouses was inconceivable.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/22/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/22/21

LGBTQIA+

A compiled list of terms related to the LGBTQIA+ community. Many of the terms and definitions below are constantly evolving, changing and often mean different things to different people.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/21/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/21/21

5 Things People Must Refrain From For Not Hurting Their LGBTQ Colleague

Despite a progressive mindset, people unintentionally end up making their LGBTQ colleagues uncomfortable

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/20/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/20/21

America’s Highest-Paid Female CEO Used to be a Man:” Martine Rothblatt and Gender Nonconformity in the Workplace

The New York Magazine cover story – “The Trans-Everything CEO” – profiles Martine Rothblatt, the highest paid female CEO in America. It paints a fascinating picture worthy of its “futurist, pharma tycoon, satellite entrepreneur, philosopher” subject.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/19/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/19/21

Why It Matters for LGBT Entrepreneurs to Come ‘Out’

Openness is critical to building trust with funder

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/18/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/18/21

What is the pink economy or pink money? Meet this powerful market that is in full growth

Also known as pink money or pink market, the pink economy is a market force that is increasingly gaining prominence in the business and financial world.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/17/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/17/21

Corporate America’s Evolution on LGBT Rights

Companies now realize that, beyond the imperative to support human rights, it’s also smart business to be in favor of L.G.B.T. equality.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/16/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/16/21

A New First for LGBTQ Business Leaders

Straight, cis-gender leaders still dominate the C-suite. But there have been a handful of LGBTQ milestones in corporate America recently.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/15/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/15/21

The Lesbian Herstory Archives in Brooklyn Contains Queer Treasure

Tucked away on a quiet street in Park Slope, Brooklyn, the Lesbian Herstory Archives contains the world’s largest collection of photographs, periodicals, books, personal letters, T-shirts, buttons and other objects made by, or about, women who love women.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/14/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/14/21

The value of LGBT equality in the workplace

Despite the progress made towards LGBT workplace equality, millions of Americans today go to work fearing losing their jobs because of who they are or who they love.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/13/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/13/21

Amazing Companies That Champion LGBTQ Equality Hiring Now

From marketing campaigns, core company values, and public support of Equality, to hiring and health care benefits–corporate America can be a champion for LGBTQ equality when they demonstrate their true commitment.

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/12/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/12/21

Black and Gay in Corporate America

What’s it like being black and gay in corporate America?

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/11/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/11/21

Once Bullied, LGBT South Koreans Advocate for Inclusion

Former Students Share Their Stories to Press for Change

Drew Bartkiewicz 10/10/21 Drew Bartkiewicz 10/10/21

Even With Ruling, Workplace Still Unequal for LGBTQ Workers

While the Supreme Court says you can’t be fired for your sexual orientation or gender identity under the Civil Rights Act of 1964, there are still gaps.