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Consulting with BMAC to launch their first report/original research piece

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Expanding the people we've been able to work with because of the ability to work remotely and therefore engage people not in LA, NYC

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Expanding the people we've been able to work with because of the ability to work remotely and therefore engage people not in LA, NYC

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a team of subject matter leaders that represent the diversity of the community

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a team of subject matter leaders that represent the diversity of the community

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Hired consultants who bring their own perspectives to the table

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All of DaShawn's work last month with DaBaby situation

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All of DaShawn's work last month with DaBaby situation

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Working with several entities under two major content studios on how to track and quantify character identities AND best practices for their internal research audience panels

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Working with several entities under two major content studios on how to track and quantify character identities AND best practices for their internal research audience panels

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An incredible lineup of impactful panels at Sundance last January

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An incredible lineup of impactful panels at Sundance last January

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Barrier had been unpaid internships but that has seemingly changed.

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portfolio of partners that acknowledge the value of the GMI consultants 

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portfolio of partners that acknowledge the value of the GMI consultants 

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Remaining goal would be, I think, to better coordinate with others on hiring processes.

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Remaining goal would be, I think, to better coordinate with others on hiring processes.

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existing and new research that continues to drive real change in industry and culture

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existing and new research that continues to drive real change in industry and culture

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adding consultants to our team that are diverse and that enhance our advocacy and work

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adding consultants to our team that are diverse and that enhance our advocacy and work

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Today is the eve of Latinx Heritage month and a big campaign, which has been a tremendous team effort made possible, in part, by hiring of consultants and overall staff desire to uplift Latinx communities.

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Today is the eve of Latinx Heritage month and a big campaign, which has been a tremendous team effort made possible, in part, by hiring of consultants and overall staff desire to uplift Latinx communities.

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Full authenticity of the work in consulting on specific stories that are not reflective of personal lived experiences

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Full authenticity of the work in consulting on specific stories that are not reflective of personal lived experiences

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poor communication across the org - sometimes don't find out about things until last minute or once they're public. results in some missed opportunities for collaboration.

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poor communication across the org - sometimes don't find out about things until last minute or once they're public. results in some missed opportunities for collaboration.

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needing AAPI and Indigenous voices on the team, amongst others

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struggling with the question of "Is this a real priority for GLAAD?"

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struggling with the question of "Is this a real priority for GLAAD?"

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Need more racially diverse consultants in Hollywood work

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Need more racially diverse consultants in Hollywood work

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So much of our work is reactive to what mainstream media brings us. Often the most high-profile projects are not inclusive or diverse.

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moving some exceptional diverse consultants  to Staff, where they can have more impact

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Need more inter-department communication on DEI issues

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Need more inter-department communication on DEI issues

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institutional knowledge sharing and training, creating glaad voice - not standard across the board

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institutional knowledge sharing and training, creating glaad voice - not standard across the board

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It's still challenging to find, for example, consultants whose lived experience is more full and diverse. In part because of-- what I see someone else mentioned-- communications across teams outside GMI.

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It's still challenging to find, for example, consultants whose lived experience is more full and diverse. In part because of-- what I see someone else mentioned-- communications across teams outside GMI.

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determining how to include all voices in the work?  who gets left out?

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determining how to include all voices in the work?  who gets left out?

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we are a limited resource and need to make sure that the work we prioritize is what is best for our community and underserved parts of our community. sometimes that can get lost in what gives us money or glitz

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GLAAD is transforming and evolving?  What is next?  Where do I fit?  Maybe I don't...

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GLAAD is transforming and evolving?  What is next?  Where do I fit?  Maybe I don't...

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Siloed decision-making that happens in one department without communication or consultation with others

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Siloed decision-making that happens in one department without communication or consultation with others

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Creating new, not better, power dynamics in diversifying interns/consultants but not full-time staff

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Creating new, not better, power dynamics in diversifying interns/consultants but not full-time staff

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pay structure, promotions, valuation of talent

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pay structure, promotions, valuation of talent

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times changes, people change, goals change, and so should the action plan

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times changes, people change, goals change, and so should the action plan

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for all content we create: evaluate the diversity of the people involved and ensure this is part of the planning steps for a panel, partnership, etc.

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for all content we create: evaluate the diversity of the people involved and ensure this is part of the planning steps for a panel, partnership, etc.

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Being the one to initiate more effective inter-staff communication amongst co-workers

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Being the one to initiate more effective inter-staff communication amongst co-workers

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re hiring practices, each of us should always refer and recommend qualified and experienced folks for available roles

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re hiring practices, each of us should always refer and recommend qualified and experienced folks for available roles

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focus on the quantity AND quality of representation of lgbtq poc - go the extra mile of no just noting the numbers, but holding storytellers accountable for creating nuanced and powerful stories for underrepresented parts of the community

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when beginning and throughout a project, having 3-4 questions to ask along the way, directionally guiding thought through the lens of racial equity

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when beginning and throughout a project, having 3-4 questions to ask along the way, directionally guiding thought through the lens of racial equity

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team growth! we are a passionate team with many ideas - many which would highlight select parts of the community or just be another opportunity to feature outstanding LGBTQ people - but we're limited because we can only do so much. already ALL of us working at and over max capacity.

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team growth! we are a passionate team with many ideas - many which would highlight select parts of the community or just be another opportunity to feature outstanding LGBTQ people - but we're limited because we can only do so much. already ALL of us working at and over max capacity.

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bring up lack of diversity in moments focused around money or glitz (relating to the unintended inequities) and push for team awareness around the decision if choosing participants that are less diverse

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for external partner work - ensure equity is a commitment of their lens in working with us as well (talent in a shoot, photographers, writers, etc.)

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for external partner work - ensure equity is a commitment of their lens in working with us as well (talent in a shoot, photographers, writers, etc.)

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Will they listen?

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Just generally be more gentle and loving to ourselves; acknowledging that we're each probably doing the best we can at any given moment

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Just generally be more gentle and loving to ourselves; acknowledging that we're each probably doing the best we can at any given moment

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when interviewed about representation repeatedly bring up
people of color, not just referring to our community as a monolith

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be intentional about racial+equity priorities, and build a process while LISTENING more about GLAAD's goals and working thru what might be our own conflicting personal goals

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be intentional about racial+equity priorities, and build a process while LISTENING more about GLAAD's goals and working thru what might be our own conflicting personal goals

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B U D G E T S - for ensuring we're bringing in people who can truly speak, but who can't take on unpaid work (especially on a rush)

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B U D G E T S - for ensuring we're bringing in people who can truly speak, but who can't take on unpaid work (especially on a rush)