How 9 companies are engaging employees during Pride month

Pride month isn’t all about rainbows and parades. And it’s not just a celebration, either. It’s a time to remember the struggles that LGBTQ+ people have faced in winning acceptance, recognition and respect, as well as the right to marry and have families.

That’s why it’s important for internal communicators to mark the month with meaningful messaging and programming that is inclusive, educational and inspiring.

Here are three ways organizations are celebrating Pride month with their employees:

1. ERG activities

Many organizations use employee resource groups to help specific groups of workers feel included and supported.

ERGs give marginalized groups and allies a chance to have transparent, authentic discussions about social issues and topics related to identity in smaller, more intimate group settings, and can serve as a jumping-off point for events and celebrations related to these groups, like Pride and Black History Month. Giving your LGBTQ+ ERG more support and visibility — or establishing one— is a good step toward marking Pride in a meaningful way.

Pharmaceutical company Aptar announced the formation of its own LGBTQ+ ERG, the Aptar Rainbow Community, this year as part of its Pride month celebration.