Pride Month Round-Up
This Pride Month, we're proud to share some simple changes you can make to create a more inclusive environment in your salon or clinic.
“Pride Month for me is about celebrating all the different people in the LGBTQIA+ space and the common journey and challenges we have all faced,” says Mary Haddock-Staniland, Global Senior Vice President of DEIB for EverCommerce, Timely’s parent company – a highly regarded thought leader and LGBTQIA+ advocate who happens to be transgender herself.
“Pride Month raises our visibility and is a celebration of who we are – and that yes, in spite of all the challenges, we are here and we are proud.”
This Pride Month, we’re proud to share some simple changes you can make to create a more inclusive environment in your salon or clinic.
Hair and beauty professionals are often the first port of call for people looking to experiment with their identity – this means you get to play a big part in helping them express who they are.
We know our customers are all at different stages of their learning journey – and that’s totally okay! Whatever stage you’re at, we’re always looking for ways to give you more confidence. For example, our new pronouns feature empowers you to have conversations with your clients about important details like pronouns – a conversation you might never have had before.
Find out about:
Creating an inclusive salon
Our guide to creating the most inclusive salon or clinic possible for all your staff and clients – regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, or disability.
Speaking to your clients about pronouns
By using your clients’ correct pronouns, you can make sure everyone feels welcome. But where do you start?
Using Timely’s new pronouns feature to make sure everyone feels welcome
Know a client’s pronouns before their appointment, taking away any awkwardness – and helping you to create a welcoming experience when they arrive.
Mary Haddock-Staniland, Timely’s You Belong panel discussion
Nothing was off the table at our must-watch You Belong panel discussion, facilitated by Global Senior Vice President of DEIB for EverCommerce (Timely’s parent company), Mary Haddock-Staniland – a highly regarded thought leader and committed LGBTQIA+ advocate who happens to be transgender herself.
