CELEBRATING DIVERSITY THE EXCHANGE SUMMER 2021 A Look Back We celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ (LGBTQ+) Pride in June of each year to honor the 1969 Stonewall uprising in Manhattan, a tipping point for the LGBTQ+ Liberation Movement. In the United States, the last Sunday in June was initially celebrated as “Gay Pride Day.” In major cities across the nation, the day quickly grew to a month. Now celebrations include concerts, parades, parties, picnics, symposia, and workshops. Memorials for members of the community who have been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS are also held in June. LGBTQ+ Pride Month events normally attract millions of participants around the world. This year, many events were held virtually. Salesforce employees attended celebrations across the globe. The purpose remained the same — to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and the spectrum of people of varying sexual orientations and gender identities have had on history at a global, national, and local level. 20 A Path Forward 21 In June we were honored to meet virtually with thought leaders from the LGBTQ+ community including actor, singer, and style icon Billy Porter. He spoke with Billy Lewis, the global president of Outforce, Salesforce’s LGBTQ Resource Group. Watch their uplifting conversation about authenticity, self-care, and taking pride in yourself. Get great insights. Make smarter decisions. With AppExchange Trusted Reviews. Now you can easily spot verified reviews by Salesforce MVPs, Trailhead Rangers, and Top Reviewers. Their expert opinions will help you make better-informed decisions about which apps are right for your business. Watch now Learn more Learn more