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Happy Friday everyone! 🌟 Today, I want to talk about the concept of equity. 🙌🏽 In a world where diversity and inclusion are becoming increasingly important, it's crucial that we also understand and embrace the value of equity. 💪🏼 ✨ Equity goes beyond simply treating everyone the same. It means recognizing that not everyone is starting from the same place and providing individuals with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. It's about leveling the playing field and ensuring fairness for all. 👥💯 Here are a few key points to consider when thinking about equity: 🌍 A global perspective: Equity is not just important on an individual level but also on a societal and global level. By promoting equity, we can bridge the gap between different communities and create a more harmonious and inclusive world. 🌟 Breaking down barriers: Equity allows us to break down barriers that have historically prevented certain individuals or groups from achieving success. By addressing systemic issues and biases, we can foster a more diverse and equal society. ✨ Celebrating differences: Equity celebrates the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings to the table. We all have different talents, experiences, and backgrounds, and by embracing diversity, we can unlock innovative solutions and drive meaningful change. 💪🏼 Empowering marginalized communities: Equity is especially important in empowering marginalized communities. It means providing opportunities, resources, and access to education for those who have been historically disadvantaged. By bridging these gaps, we can give a voice to those who have been silenced for far too long. 🌈 A collaborative effort: Achieving equity requires collaboration from individuals, organizations, and governments. It's not a challenge that can be tackled by any one entity alone. By working together, we can create a more level playing field and uplift those who need it most. At the end of the day, equity is about empathy, compassion, and recognizing that we all have a role to play in creating a fairer world. Let's continue the conversation and take action to promote equity in our personal and professional lives. Together, we can make a difference! 🤝💙 #EquityMatters #Inclusion #Diversity #Empowerment #Equality #FridayThoughts

With #PrideMonth underway, we’ll be celebrating and spotlighting a few of our colleagues in OUTsight, Insight’s Employee Resource Group (ERG) for LGBTQ employees and allies. Meet Amy Chen. We asked Amy about her experience at Insight and to share some words of wisdom: ❓ What do you do at Insight? (Amy) I am a senior associate at Insight Partners, and I sit on our Diligence and Growth Strategy team. My time is split between evaluating investment opportunities and supporting our existing founders and management teams with their growth journey. I also work on our 20/20 Vision Capital Fund, Insight’s fund-of-funds vehicle investing into underrepresented emerging managers, including sourcing, diligence, and portfolio support. 🧠 What is one thing you wish you had known when you began your career? (Amy) To be bold, take chances, and contribute even when you're not certain. I would tell my younger self that sharing your opinion and thought process is often more valuable than simply being right. Early in your career, it can feel daunting to get "the wrong answer," especially after being grade-focused before entering the workforce. However, I believe this is the perfect time to embrace opportunities, learn from mistakes, and ultimately learn from peers. Particularly in an industry as multifaceted as VC and PE, having a diverse range of voices and opinions can provide our teams with an edge in investment and strategic decisions. 🤝 Talk about a significant mentorship moment in your life. (Amy) I've been incredibly fortunate to encounter many mentors and sponsors throughout my career. This thread of sponsorship continues in my current role, where I work alongside fantastic people who advocate for me and challenge me. Most recently, a close sponsor encouraged me and provided the opportunity to take on a stretch role. Their full confidence in me reinforced my trust in my own judgment and ability, pushing me into new leadership capacities. Reflecting on Pride Month, and as someone who has now found their footing in the corporate world, I believe it is essential to pay forward the guidance I received and keep the door open for others coming after me. Mentorship and coaching are elements of my role at Insight that most energize me. It is very rewarding to build relationships with our incoming analysts and associates, helping to amplify their voices, just as my sponsors have done for me.

Guiding the way to a more inclusive future – The DEI Lighthouse Initiative 2024 shines a beacon on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, fostering positive change and unity for all. The DEI Lighthouse Program identified five common success factors which tend to mark the initiatives that yield the most significant, scalable, quantifiable and sustained impact for underrepresented groups. While there is no one size-fits-all solution, these elements can help set up an organization’s DEI initiatives for success. #EquityForAll #LighthouseInitiative #LeadershipInDEI #diversityandinclusion #inclusionmatters

🌟 Happy LinkedIn Post 🌟 Equity is the key to unlocking a brighter future for all! 🌈✨ Let's dive deep into this powerful concept and explore how it can drive positive change in our personal and professional lives! 🚀 🌠 Equity means leveling the playing field and ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. It's about providing fair access to resources and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background, race, gender, or any other characteristic. 🌍🤝 🌟 Remember, equity is not the same as equality! 🙅♀️ While equality means treating everyone the same, equity recognizes that different individuals have different needs and circumstances. It's about providing the necessary support and resources to those who need it most, so they can thrive and reach their full potential. 🌱💪 ✨ Equity is not just a buzzword; it's a mindset that should be ingrained in all aspects of our lives. From education to the workplace, and beyond, we must strive for equity to create inclusive and diverse environments where everyone feels valued and empowered! 💼💡 🌟 So how can we promote equity? Here are a few ideas to get started: 🌈🌍✨ 1️⃣ Educate ourselves: Take the time to learn about different perspectives and experiences. This will help us develop empathy and understanding, making it easier to advocate for equity in our communities. 2️⃣ Challenge biases: Recognize and confront our own biases. This can be uncomfortable, but by becoming aware of our unconscious prejudices, we can actively work to overcome them and treat everyone with fairness and respect. 3️⃣ Advocate for change: Use our voice and influence to drive meaningful change in our workplaces and communities. Let's amplify marginalized voices, push for inclusive policies, and champion equity initiatives that benefit everyone. 4️⃣ Foster diversity and inclusion: Embrace diversity and create inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome and represented. By celebrating our differences, we can tap into a wealth of ideas and perspectives that can propel us forward. 🌟 Together, let's make equity a priority in our lives and work towards a more just and inclusive world! 🌍🌈✨ Remember, it's not only the right thing to do, but it also benefits everyone and paves the way for a brighter future. Let's stand together and create a world where equity is the norm, not the exception! 🙌💫 #EquityMatters #Inclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #CreatingChange

🗣 Progressing Racial Equity in the Built Environment 🗣 If you missed our fascinating #RaceEqualityWeek discussion with our corporate partner, Lambert Smith Hampton, you can catch up on the event in our detailed summary below. The event brought together leaders from across the Built Environment to share their views on racism, microaggressions, retention of diverse talent and ultimately, how to move forward. With our objective of ensuring the audience left with tips to implement within their own organisations, our panel shared what works and doesn’t. 🔸“There is an unconscious bias towards ethnic minorities which is affecting retention of talent in the industry, particularly at more senior level positions.” – Priya Aggarwal-Shah 🔸"It is clumsy to claim that ‘not enough diversity’ is coming through the doors, when the problem often lies with companies consistently going to the same places." – Nathan Lutz 🔸"Delivering unconscious basis training as a way to correct behaviour is not going to cut it when there is 400 years of deep racialised conditioning to work through." – Warren Stapley FRSA 🍉🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 🔸"Social value is increasingly at the forefront of client considerations, particularly across the public and large corporate sectors. There is therefore a commercial imperative to change, or we risk losing business." – Ryan Dean 🔸“Staff Networks should be considered ‘critical friends’ to the business and can be used as a sounding board, to review whether policies and initiatives are appropriate, relevant and/or fit for purpose.” – Violet Tariro Pugh ✨ 🔸“You have a group of physicists in a pub quiz. Most people might assume that that’s the best team to join as physicists are clearly bright. However, if a question came up about Taylor Swift, they may well not know the answer. The point being that diverse groups are better at problem solving as they have a broader range of knowledge and will be of value to a greater range of clients.” – Alex Tross MRICS Thanks to our brilliant panel for sharing their insights and to the audience for their engagement. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eKSGRbkw

Ensono is proud to introduce the Allyship Program, an initiative that underscores our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This 4-week journey is a step towards reinforcing our corporate culture, where every individual’s voice is valued and heard. By completing the program, participants will be certified as Ally coaches, poised to influence and guide our global DEI initiatives. This is Ensono’s culture in action—championing inclusivity at every level. How does your company promote inclusion? Comment below! #Allyship #DiversityandInclusion #EnsonoCulture #DEI #MakeBetterHappen

🌟 Bringing Equity to the Forefront 🌟 🌈 Happy Monday, LinkedIn fam! 🌈 Today, I want to dive into a topic that is close to my heart - equity. 🤝 🌐 In our increasingly diverse and interconnected world, achieving equity is not just a noble goal; it is an essential one. As we strive to create a more inclusive society, it is crucial that we recognize and address the systemic barriers that prevent equal opportunities for all. ✨ Here are a few powerful insights to consider: 💡 Equity is not the same as equality. While equality is about treating everyone the same, equity is about acknowledging and correcting the historical disadvantages that certain groups face. It means providing different resources and support to level the playing field and ensure that everyone has an equal chance to succeed. 💡 An equitable society benefits everyone. When we create an environment where everyone's unique strengths and talents can thrive, it fosters innovation, creativity, and collaboration. It's not a zero-sum game; it's a win-win for everyone involved. 💡 Equity requires empathy and action. It's not enough to simply acknowledge the disparities that exist. We must take meaningful action to dismantle discriminatory systems, promote diversity, and create inclusive policies that uplift marginalized voices. Change starts with us, in our workplaces, communities, and daily interactions. 💡 Embracing our differences is paramount. Diversity brings a richness of perspectives and experiences that push us to think critically and challenge the status quo. By fostering an inclusive culture, we create an environment where everyone feels valued and can contribute their best selves, regardless of their background or identity. 💡 Equity is ongoing work. Achieving equity requires continuous reflection, learning, and improvement. We must commit to educating ourselves, amplifying marginalized voices, and advocating for change. Every step forward, no matter how small, counts. 🌟 As we navigate our professional journeys, it is essential that we champion equity, both in our own lives and in the wider community. Let's lead by example and strive to create a future where everyone has the same opportunities to thrive. Together, we can make a difference. 🌟 I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences on this critical topic. How are you incorporating equity into your personal and professional life? Share your insights in the comments below! 👇🗨️ #EquityMatters #EmbraceDiversity #InclusionChampion #TogetherWeThrive

What a MISSED opportunity in the VC ecosystem!! From a study by StartOut of 142k founders and 95k companies, LGBT founders create 36% more jobs, 44% more exits and 144% more patents. All with 16% LESS funding and a disappointing 0.5% of all overall funding. Time to get these founders funded so we can see more unicorns, successful acquisitions and jobs created.

Ensono is proud to introduce the Allyship Program, an initiative that underscores our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This 4-week journey is a step towards reinforcing our corporate culture, where every individual’s voice is valued and heard. By completing the program, participants will be certified as Ally coaches, poised to influence and guide our global DEI initiatives. This is Ensono’s culture in action—championing inclusivity at every level. How does your company promote inclusion? Comment below! #Allyship #DiversityandInclusion #EnsonoCulture #DEI #MakeBetterHappen

Ensono is proud to introduce the Allyship Program, an initiative that underscores our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This 4-week journey is a step towards reinforcing our corporate culture, where every individual’s voice is valued and heard. By completing the program, participants will be certified as Ally coaches, poised to influence and guide our global DEI initiatives. This is Ensono’s culture in action—championing inclusivity at every level. How does your company promote inclusion? Comment below! #Allyship #DiversityandInclusion #EnsonoCulture #DEI #MakeBetterHappen