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I'm very proud of NEON. Seeing an entire program dedicated to Black LGBTQ+ stories take off and become a big part of GLAAD's narrative has been extremely rewarding. NEON has been both impactful and equitable at GLAAD.

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Expanding events/programmatic work like NEON and the Black Queer Town Hall; new hires and consultants to focus on trans rapid response work 

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Expanding events/programmatic work like NEON and the Black Queer Town Hall; new hires and consultants to focus on trans rapid response work 

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I am proud of the diverse group of talent and celebrities that we interact with and promote and amplify on our social channels. I have seen the our celebrity network grow and expand into a more diverse group that better represents all parts of the queer community.

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We've been working to give more space to LGBTQ people of color on GLAAD's social platforms, including by having regular Instagram Lives (that we call GLAAD Hangouts) featuring a variety of different voices.

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we've been prioritizing and centering queer and trans voices of color in interview opportunities in all stories, trying to lead other news media by example in including LGBTQ voices in stories about their lives and integrating into general news coverage as well 

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we've been prioritizing and centering queer and trans voices of color in interview opportunities in all stories, trying to lead other news media by example in including LGBTQ voices in stories about their lives and integrating into general news coverage as well 

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how to implement the DEI action plan in the new virtual world / when we're not all together in the office; how to account for new employees who are not based in NYC or LA and will be remote even after the office opens

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how to implement the DEI action plan in the new virtual world / when we're not all together in the office; how to account for new employees who are not based in NYC or LA and will be remote even after the office opens

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When I first began at GLAAD, needed coverage and corrections on Jenna Franks, a trans woman who was murdered and misgendered/deadnamed in my state.

Working with comms on an open letter in support of trans women, and how we all came together to work as a team, which was my first realization of how team focused the company was.

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I believe we have more awareness of the contractors we hire. We've focused on POC artists and trying to raise their voices.

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I would like to see more resources invested into programs that are used to fundraise for the organization. It's difficult to continue to make the volume/quality of content we need when resources aren't there.

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Proud of my work on 20 Under 20, helping to uplift and spotlight a diverse group of young LGBTQ people who are working to advance LGBTQ acceptance in media. Through this campaign/initiative, we are not only able to spotlight a wide range of intersectional voices, but allow them to be integrated into GLAAD's work and act as spokespeople for our mission.

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How to embed myself more in our local coverage

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we've had remarkable success placing op-eds written by queer people of color and Black trans women - helping elevate their voices and sharpen their point of view to be included in the national conversation

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we've had remarkable success placing op-eds written by queer people of color and Black trans women - helping elevate their voices and sharpen their point of view to be included in the national conversation

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It's true that we're doing bette with who we are hiring for freelance, but It's still more important for us to HIRE more POC. giving them a more real seat at the table.

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when working with sponsors and brands and celebrities, it can be more challenging to get the brands to engage with more diverse talent and not just ones who are "famous" or have large followings

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Checking in more regularly around DEI goals and what that looks like and where we are team wide, and even org wide.

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Continuing to diversify media lists to be best prepared for rapid response work.

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Continuing to diversify media lists to be best prepared for rapid response work.

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regular meetings on DEI/progress (in our dept. and organization-wide); review and update tangible outputs and goals for Comms Dept. on DEI; set goals/standards for DEI (text, imagery, accessibility) for our new web site - which will be a major project in coming months

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regular meetings on DEI/progress (in our dept. and organization-wide); review and update tangible outputs and goals for Comms Dept. on DEI; set goals/standards for DEI (text, imagery, accessibility) for our new web site - which will be a major project in coming months

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Create a process that can inform the work from the beginning stages and set up regular reminders of how to implement DEI practices into day to day work.

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workshop language for 'mission statement' for handbook and for website; as we create protocols for all communications, integrate DEI, and hold each other accountable to those values with in the moment check-ins and regular check-ins 

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workshop language for 'mission statement' for handbook and for website; as we create protocols for all communications, integrate DEI, and hold each other accountable to those values with in the moment check-ins and regular check-ins 

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More check-ins on what we are all working on, constructive feedback if need be. Continuing to work and re-work our outreach in local media, with ideas/thoughts from others if needed.

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Having internal meetings to discuss creating clear and effective protocols for our work

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Having internal meetings to discuss creating clear and effective protocols for our work

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Review other organizations questions/check lists in order to apply a similar practice at GLAAD. This will be a vital step in the right direction to hold ourselves accountable when creating and reviewing press releases and projects.

i.e. Double checking contents perspective. Should it include a different perspective or come from another place completely?

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Need for systemic protocols to codify good practices and expectations, e.g., equity primes to pause on to make sure messaging resonates, or in some cases to ensure the right reviewers have their eyes on a decision before its taken

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Need for systemic protocols to codify good practices and expectations, e.g., equity primes to pause on to make sure messaging resonates, or in some cases to ensure the right reviewers have their eyes on a decision before its taken

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Working with development team and in our team's external partnerships to educate and influence external partners to adopt a stronger equity lens in who they engage, especially if partners are leveraging GLAAD's brand

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Working with development team and in our team's external partnerships to educate and influence external partners to adopt a stronger equity lens in who they engage, especially if partners are leveraging GLAAD's brand