Balchem Corporation’s Post

Happy Pride Month! 🌈 We celebrate diversity and inclusion every day, but Pride Month gives us an extra opportunity to show our support for the LGBTQ community. This month, we stand with our LGBTQ team members, clients, and partners, honoring their contributions and recognizing the importance of creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diversity makes us stronger as a company, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. Whether it’s through our policies, programs, or everyday interactions, we strive to create a culture of acceptance and belonging. Pride Month is also a time for reflection and education. It’s a chance for us to learn more about the history of the LGBTQ rights movement and the ongoing fight for equality. By educating ourselves and having open conversations, we can continue to be allies and advocates for change. So this Pride Month, let’s celebrate love, acceptance, and equality. Let’s stand together as allies and continue to build a more inclusive world for all. #PrideMonth #LGBTQ #DiversityandInclusion #Equality”

🏳️🌈 As Pride Month concludes, let's carry forward the spirit of allyship. These actions are more than just a checklist; they're essential steps in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive: 1️⃣ Challenge Exclusion: Speak out against exclusionary comments and actively promote inclusivity. 2️⃣ Educate Yourself: Stay informed about LGBTQ issues, terminology, and challenges. 3️⃣ Combat Bias: Proactively address bias and advocate for fair treatment and opportunities. 4️⃣ Respect Identities: Honor and respect the identities and pronouns of all colleagues. 5️⃣ Celebrate Diversity: Embrace and support LGBTQ individuals and their contributions. 6️⃣ Listen and Learn: Engage with diverse perspectives to broaden understanding and empathy. 7️⃣ Create Safe Spaces: Foster an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and included. 8️⃣ Be an Advocate: Use your voice to advocate for LGBTQ rights and equal treatment. Let's continue to promote a workplace culture where everyone feels safe, respected, and empowered. #IMI #PRIDE #Inclusion

I once worked for an organization that initiated 'People Month'. As a young HR leader, I railed against 'just one month' being focused on people. What I learned however, is that that one month provided an opportunity to elevate the conversation about people, people strategy, value and recognition and proved a great catalyst for positive momentum. Like 'people month', Pride month brings a focus but genuine commitment to inclusion is ongoing. Here are some good tips to help employers maintain that momentum to provide a place where people feel that they belong and can bring their best selves to work.

It's one of my core beliefs that diverse teams are the most innovative, collaborative and productive. These tips are really helpful to anyone, and any business, on any stage of the journey to building diverse, high-performing teams.

What does it mean to have an inclusive workplace for LGBTQ employees? 🌈 At minimum, it means creating a space where everyone can be their true selves without fear of discrimination. A recent study from OutLeadership highlights the importance of visible LGBTQ leadership and inclusive company reputations. When employees are comfortable being out, it enhances their authenticity, empathy, and collaboration. 👉 Swipe through to discover more about the impact of being out at work and how we can build supportive and inclusive workplaces for all. #PrideMonth #LGBTQInclusion #WorkplaceDiversity

We’re proud to celebrate Pride Month, a time to honor and champion the LGBTQ community. When we bring together different backgrounds and perspectives, we spark innovation. True inclusion means creating spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. At Sama, we strive to embody these principles every day. 👇 How can we achieve this? 1️⃣ Promote awareness and education: Encourage open conversations and provide resources about LGBTQ issues. Awareness leads to understanding, which is the foundation of an inclusive culture. 2️⃣ Create safe spaces: Foster a culture of respect and understanding where every employee feels safe, respected, and able to be their authentic self without fear of judgment. 3️⃣ Support and empower: Actively listen to feedback from LGBTQ employees to understand their needs and challenges, ensuring their voices are heard and valued in shaping company culture. Inclusivity is not just a month-long initiative, it's a sustained commitment to understanding and embracing the unique experiences of each individual.

In #publicsafety , everyone is #family You spend more holidays with your co-workers than you do with your own family. Of course, you have that weird aunt or grumpy uncle but at the end of the day - regardless of race, gender, religious beliefs, sexuality, etc. Everyone loves eachother and supports eachother through those difficult calls. Coming over to the private sector, I didn’t know what to expect. #Thankful to have joined a company that welcomes #diversity and supports all employees. Verint has created a culture that embraces #inclusion while providing #opportunities and #support for everyone. #equality #employeeresourcegroup #ERG #diversity #verint #publicsector #publicsafety #community #bestplacestowork #culture #proud #together #verinteer #technology #techjobs #womenintech

"Pride" in Pride Month is all about celebrating the LGBTQ community’s confidence, dignity, and visibility. "Pride" at work celebrates our rainbow of identities, boosting morale and encouraging participation in inclusive festivities. It's a sassy rejection of shame, declaring "We're here, we're queer, get over it!" During Pride Month, it's like donning a rainbow superhero cape, each color representing courage and love. It's a month-long glitter fest, where everyone shines unapologetically. 🌈 - Rainbow Celebration: Honors diversity, boosting morale. - Inclusive Environment: Fosters acceptance for LGBTQ employees. - Stigma Fighting: Opposes discrimination and bias. - Visibility Building: Raises LGBTQ awareness. - Empowerment: Supports authentic selves. - Positive Culture: Fosters support and upliftment. - Active Participation: Encourages engagement in Pride Month. #Ihopeithelps #inclusive #diversity #pridemonth #pride #culturalvalues #organisationalvalue #empowerment #positiveculture #opportunities #equality #equalopportunity

Having to hide who you are can be extremely exhausting. That is why #TeamBSH fosters a culture that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. By doing this, we create a safe work environment, where every individual can be their true selves and thrive. During our Diversity Days, Víctor Lorenzo and FRANCK OLIVES, core members of our LGBTQ employee network "Colors of BSH", hosted the session "Being Me at Work." Their goal was to raise awareness about the challenges faced by the LGBTQ community and cultivate allyship and openness among colleagues. 🌈 They shared actions that individuals can take to embrace their authentic selves at the workplace, such as coming out to trusted colleagues or mentioning their partner when discussing their leisure. Allies are crucial in supporting LGBTQ individuals, standing in solidarity with them. Being an ally is an ongoing process of learning, challenging biases, and taking action. However, it is easy to start like the tips in our video show. Let’s all contribute to a more inclusive (work) environment! #Diversity #Pride #Inclusivity #DEI

💡SUPPORTING LGBTQ EMPLOYEES IN TECH 💡 Creating an inclusive environment for LGBTQ employees is essential. Here are some tips: - Visible Allies: Encourage leadership to visibly support LGBTQ initiatives. - Inclusive Language: Use inclusive language in all communications. - Policy Review: Regularly review policies to ensure they support LGBTQ rights. - Celebrating Diversity: Recognize and celebrate LGBTQ events and milestones. - Open Dialogue: Foster a culture of openness where employees feel safe to express themselves. Together, we can make tech a welcoming space for everyone. 🏳️🌈 #LGBTQInTech #InclusiveWorkplace #SupportDiversity #iiConnection #TechForAll