June is LGBTQ+ Pride month! This is a great opportunity for Thrive Tribe to show its support against homophobia. Love has no sense or reason, and it goes beyond stereotypes. It is nice to think that we are building a future where love has no limits and where everyone can express themselves without the fear of being discriminated or making choices dictated by society.

Origins of Pride month: In the morning of Saturday 28th June 1969, the LGBTQ+ community rioted following a police raid at the Stonewall Inn, a bar in Manhattan, New York City. These protests changed rights for the LGBTQ+ community all over the world. From this event comes the annual reminder to come together, educate and move forward with equality.

This Pride month we have created our Thrive Tribe logo using the Pride rainbow to stand together against homophobia and discrimination, check it out on our socials!

You can also find a list of some support organisations and charities below;

Stonewall – A vibrant global movement for change made up of the LGBTQ+ community, allies, families and friends. Since day one, Stonewall has fought for freedom, for equality and for potential.

GenderTrust – For all those affected by gender identity issues.

Mind – Mental Health support specifically designed for those who identify as LGBTQ+.

- Elisabetta Sicchiero – Employee Experience Ambassador, Healthy Hearts

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