June means Pride month celebrations here at WiCX. We’re rolling out the rainbows all over our socials and focusing on amplifying queer voices through our content and hosting this very special community event. 

With the political landscape becoming more hostile than ever to women, minorities and the gay community. Right now, it’s more important than ever that we as individuals, brands, and organisations stand up for inclusion and protect the rights of the marginalised.

Far from the performative allyship we see from brands at this time of year, inclusion, courageousness and authenticity are three of our core values. We are all part of the same fight for equality and we as a community need to ensure no one gets left behind. 

In this month’s community mixer, we are going to all show our solidarity with the queer community by adding pride flag backgrounds to our screens and taking part in the WiCX annual Pride photo that will be shared on social media.

Then, we will kick off with a brief introduction to the real meaning of Pride. Sharing historical insights into the Stonewall riots and the women who started it all. 

The rest of the event we will spend in small groups getting to know one another and experiencing one of the most fundamental capabilities in CX, empathy.  

Before returning to the group to reflect on the exercise together. 

By reflecting on the questions:

• Have you ever felt the necessity to hide something about yourself for fear it might affect other people’s perception of you?

• What did it feel like / does it feel like not to be able to show up as your authentic self?

• Did anyone ever stand up for you or encourage you to have the courage to show up?

• How can we / the organisations we serve / brands be better allies 24/7 365?

This virtual mixer is open to all WiCX members, whether you’ve joined us before or are connecting with the community for the first time. Together, we’ll honour the spirit of Pride, share meaningful moments, and explore how we can keep championing inclusivity in CX and tech all year long.

Let’s celebrate Pride with purpose—amplifying voices, sparking connection, and driving change. We can’t wait to see you there! 

“Women’s rights and LGBTQ+ rights are deeply intertwined…. A person can’t be feminist and homophobic. It just doesn’t work that way…. If we didn’t support LGBTQ+ equality, we’d also undermine our mission on gender equity. Homophobia isn’t only about sexuality; it’s also about sexism…. Homophobia isn’t just about sexuality discrimination. It’s also about normalising gender stereotypes and ostracising anyone who doesn’t conform”

Available exclusively to Women in CX community members.

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