#180 Intersectionality for LGBTQ+ History Month
Welcome to the 180th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. As it's February, this month’s theme is all about intersectionality and LGBTQ+ History Month.In today’s showAbout my TEDx talk - The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health. [01:54]What this year's LGBTQ+ History Month is all about. [01:33]Why it's important to consider intersectionality when celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month [02:33]Things that can be done to help take an intersectional approach in LGBTQ+ History Month [05:20]Some practical ideas for celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month. [08:29]QuotesIn workplaces, if you're celebrating LGBTQ plus History Month, it's vital to consider these intersections.Having an intersectional identity often generates a feeling that someone does not completely belong in one group or another, and can lead to isolation and mental ill healthPart of taking this intersectional approach is to recognise people's lives are multi-dimensional and complex.Consider who you choose to speak at events.Have a specific event or topic on LGBTQ+ identities, if this is new in your organisation, and if it's established, integrate it.ResourcesCheck out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental HealthListen to Episode #170 What is disability and intersectionality?Work with meHave a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONCOne hour focused Sessions £150 1-2-1