Be Part of the Progress
Join us on October 3rd for the OPEN Foundation Summit, a full-day celebration of LGBTQIA+ empowerment, community, and change-making.
From morning workshops to afternoon career fair, the day is designed to spark connection, share resources, and inspire bold visions for the future of work and inclusion.
Whether you're job-seeking, hiring, connecting, or celebrating—this is a space for queer joy, bold careers, and inclusive futures.
LGBTQIA+ Pride & Progress Career Summit
NO COST TO JOBSEEKERS
Madison College, South Goodman Campus
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Coffee & Networking
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Workshop Session 1
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Career Fair + Light Bites
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Workshop Session 2
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Closing Remarks & Wrap-Up
A dynamic, equity-centered event connecting LGBTQ+ jobseekers with inclusive employers and affirming resources. Here is what to expect:
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Connect with inclusive employers offering real job opportunities.
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Participate in affirming professional development workshops.
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Explore our gender-affirming clothing closet.
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Receive personalized resume reviews courtesy of GMA-SHRM.
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Make lasting connections with peers, mentors, and community partners.
Your Impact: Help remove barriers, create opportunity, and shift workplace culture.
Featured Workshops:
In Interviewing Your Future Employer, Jo Greene of DEFYNE will guide you through identifying inclusive workplaces, asking strategic questions, and using grounding techniques to show up as your best self.
In Beyond the Holiday Party, Simply Speaks, M.S. (He/They) explores authentic workplace inclusion for BIPOC LGBTQIA+ professionals and provides tools to move beyond performative gestures.
Join Us in Building a More Inclusive Future
Whether you're a jobseeker looking for opportunities or an employer dedicated to diversity, our event is designed to make meaningful connections and create lasting impact.
Thank you for supporting OPEN and our mission to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace for all.
Thank you to our Sponsors!
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