Something to Talk About Live:
Recognizing Juneteenth

In this June 2022 episode, we discuss the importance of Juneteenth and its intersectionality with Pride month. We were joined by Earl Fowlkes, President/CEO of the Center for Black Equity and Robert Marchman, PFLAG National Board Member and Senior Policy Advisor on Diversity and Inclusion at the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

Watch this episode and many more on-demand at: 
straightforequality.org/STTALive

Wednesday is Juneteenth!

Juneteenth is marked yearly on June 19th. Here are a number of ways to learn and to uplift the day with each other and in your community.

• Take the time to learn about Juneteenth and its importance in history, especially if you haven’t learned about it in the past. 
• Watch past Something to Talk About Live episodes, including episodes on recognizing Juneteenth, celebrating Black History month, and celebrating Black History all year long.
• Check out this directory from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on tools you can use to find Black-owned businesses in your community.

GLSEN 2024 National School Climate Survey

GLSEN has recently launched the 2024 National School Climate Survey. This survey aims to understand the school experiences of LGBTQ+ youth. The insights gathered will inform our continuous efforts to create safe and affirming environments for LGBTQ+ youth in schools. 

The survey is available to students aged 13 or older who identify as LGBTQ+ and have attended middle or high school in the United States, a U.S. territory, or a U.S. military base overseas during the 2023-2024 school year.

PFLAG Publication: Be Yourself

Figuring out your identity when you're LGBTQ+ can be hard. Luckily, PFLAG's got you covered! Be Yourself is a wonderful resource whether you're seeking support, or a loved one trying to understand. 🏳️‍🌈📚

Check it out at pflag.org/BeYourself