B Proud

???????? ?????? ???????? ???????? ???????? ???????????? ?????? ????????????! Join us for a powerful community gathering where we’ll tackle one of the biggest challenges facing B Corps today. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs are facing an incredible attack. Many companies and institutions across sectors are hastily rolling back their DEI commitments, and others are removing or changing language. In this stressful and rapidly changing political environment, B Corps are facing critical questions: What does this shift mean for our businesses? How do we continue championing DEI in the face of potential risks? Now is the time to regroup, reaffirm our values, and unite together in solidarity. In this urgent community gathering, we’ll: ? ?????????? ???????? ????????’?? ???? ?????????? and clarify what DEI truly means in today’s shifting landscape. ? ???????????? ?????? ???????????????????? we are facing as a community around why we have struggled to unite around our work to support DEI ? ???????? ???????? ???????????? ?? ?????????? who have deepened their DEI commitments despite challenges—and learn how they navigated the risks. ? ?????????????? ???????????????????? ???????????? to ensure our community remains resilient, committed, and effective in advancing equity, while also considering your company’s ability to tolerate risk. The road ahead may be uncertain, but together, we are stronger. Join us to learn, strategize, and collaborate around DEI. This event is collaboratively hosted by B Proud, the BIPOC Network and supported by B Lab U.S. & Canada. It is open to current B Corp employees and BIPOC and B Proud Network members. Register now on the B Hive: https://lnkd.in/gGWc7VGx

Join us for our next quarterly gathering on ???????????????? ???????? ???? ???????? ??????????????/?????? ??????????????! ? It’s been a whirlwind few months. If you’re feeling uncertain, exhausted, or just wondering?what’s next,?you’re not alone. That’s why we’re inviting you to our??????????????????? ?????????????? ?????????????????? ???? ???????????????? ????????—a space to check in, share, and strategize together. ???????? ??????? ? A space to process the past three months—what’s been challenging, what’s helpful. ? How political and social changes are affecting our communities across North America. ? Self-care strategies for sustaining our work. ???????? ????????? ? Identifying key issues we need to focus on moving forward. ? Exploring ways to take meaningful action—individually and collectively. ? Reaffirming our commitment to advocacy, even when the road ahead is uncertain. This isn’t just another meeting—it’s a chance to?pause, reflect, and realign?with the people who get it.

Join us for our next quarterly gathering on ???????????????? ???????? ???? ???????? ??????????????/?????? ??????????????! ???????????? ? ???????? ??????????: You've heard of Spotify Wrapped, now get ready for... ?? ?????????? ??????????????! We'll reflect on a year of collective action, recap our impact, and discuss goals for 2025. ? ???????????????? ??????????????: we'll reflect on the state of elections in the United States and Canada, with time for community care. ? ?????????????? ????????: the holiday season can be a difficult time. We'll discuss strategies for combatting the winter blues, along with opportunities to share and seek help from the community.

Thank you to everyone who helped make last week's What's At Stake event a success! We had a full house, an insightful panel, and a focused postcard-writing campaign. Together, we sent around 300 postcards to low-voter-turnout areas in North Carolina! ?? ?? HUGE thank you to our Moderator and Panelists: (Grace Mausser, B Lab), (Michael Dabbs, The Gill Foundation), (Yolanda Richard, Good Business Colorado), (Claudia Perez, Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains), (Erin Sprague, Protect Our Winters) ?? Partners and Sponsors: Vermilion, Meow Wolf, B Proud, ACLU, New Era Colorado, The Alliance for Collective Action, #CenterForCommonGround ?? Event Leaders: Craig Spalding, Kellen Moody, Benn Marine

It's that time again! Join the B Proud community for our next quarterly gathering on August 14th at 12pm Eastern/9am Pacific! Topic:?Why Do We Still Need Pride Month? Hear from B Proud's very own Craig Spalding as he explores the ongoing?importance of Pride Month?and how we can maintain momentum year-round. We’ll also engage in community care sessions and breakout groups to check in with our community, network, and support one another. Register via Zoom: https://lnkd.in/giDRZABm Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/g5bb6wnv

As Pride Month draws to a close and summer marches on, we wanted to reflect on the historic origins of Pride and the more recent corporate commodification of this important social movement. Our latest blog post, written by B Proud's very own Craig Spalding of B Local Colorado and Vermilion, delves into why we still observe Pride Month and tackles the issue of rainbow washing—where visible corporate support wanes after June. Discover why sustained advocacy and action are essential year-round, and how individuals and businesses can authentically support 2SLGBTQ+ rights. Join the conversation and learn about our efforts in conjunction with B Lab to support the 2SLGBTQ+ community and foster meaningful and lasting change. https://lnkd.in/gY5GQMGw

We are so happy to be collaborating with B Local Vancouver on this screening of "Not Quite That." This is such a moving film, with raw authenticity and vulnerability. Sarah White's story asks us to think about what it means to belong in a world where you don't quite fit in any of the available boxes, and pushes us to challenge our ideas of what it means to hold certain identities. Don't miss this opportunity to see this beautiful film. Plus, 50% of tickets will go to QMUNITY, a BC-based org that supports the 2SLGBTQIA+ community! Make sure you say hello to TJ Delegencia, one of our B Proud leaders who will be representing us there!

We’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming B Proud Virtual Quarterly Gathering on Tuesday, May 14th at 12 PM EST. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect and engage on advancing 2SLGBTQ+ rights and enhancing inclusive business practices across North America. Hear from Gia Drew, the Executive Director at Equality Maine and Board Chair of the Equality Federation. She will share her invaluable insights from the front line of advocacy with the Equality Federation. Dive into our community care sessions where you can share your experiences, learn how others are fostering local empowerment, and discover ways to support your local Equality Federation chapter or branch. We'll also share resources and organizations for both the US and Canada to promote local and national change. This gathering isn’t just a meeting—it's a place to connect, share, and inspire. Whether you’re looking to deepen your involvement or are new to our cause, all are welcome! Join us to empower and uplift our community. Register now and be part of the movement! ?????

A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for our charity drag show last week! Your enthusiasm, generosity, and spirit of unity helped us turn a night of vibrant performances and art into a powerful act of support for QMUNITY. We are thrilled to announce that together, we raised over $3,700 CAD! These funds will go a long way in supporting QMUNITY's vital work in improving the lives of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. This event was more than just a showcase of incredible talent; it was a testament to the strength and solidarity of our community. Your support made all the difference, and we couldn't be prouder of what we achieved together. We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to DJ Octopussy (Julie Fahnestock), our amazing drag performers, Carrie Dawn, Scarlett Rosé, and Genesis, and guest marketplace vendor Embroidered Ham (Jamie Sastaunik). Your presence added so much magic and energy to the evening, making it a memorable celebration of queer joy and inclusion. On behalf of the B Proud network, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to all the performers, volunteers, and attendees. Your contribution is a beacon of hope and a step towards a more inclusive and supportive world. Stay tuned for more events and opportunities to make an impact. Together, we are unstoppable. ?????