Entitled “Pride in Careers: Building Inclusive Futures Together”, the joint campaign led by Jobstreet by SEEK and PLCC seeks to expand awareness and highlight inclusive businesses. PLCC is a pioneering organization dedicated to the economic empowerment of the LGBTQ+ in the Philippines.
Every LGBTQIA+ person’s coming out story is different, showing the unique, colorful and sometimes difficult journeys they’ve taken to discover their true selves. In the fifth edition of its annual Pride Conversations, Google Philippines led an insightful discussion featuring YouTube creators on self-discovery and building a safe space to help them navigate their LGBTQIA+ identity.
Hosted by multi-faceted creative and comedian Baus Rufo, the event highlighted the inspiring stories of LGBTQIA+ YouTube creators Roanne Carreon, Joshua Cruz, Jan Angelo Ong, and Yani Villarosa.
“Finding your queer identity is a never-ending process. Even if you’re out and seem like you have it all figured out, you’re still building that equation for your truth, and your authenticity. That’s why communities and representation matter because you need them to constantly be shown that these are the many possibilities that you have access to [as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community],” Baus Rufo said.
Regarded as one of the best LGBT movies ever made, “Happy Together” is a 1997 Cannes-winning romantic drama directed by renowned Hong Kong filmmaker Wong Kar-wai and features stellar performances from its stars Tony Leung and the late Leslie Cheung as two lovers caught in a turbulent affair. This film is a must-see not only for fans of Queer Cinema but also fans of the celebrated auteur. "Happy Together" is considered one of Wong Kar-wai’s best works along with films like “Chungking Express” and “In the Mood for Love” and cinephiles shouldn’t miss the chance to see this masterpiece on the big screen.
The month-long initiative includes Eastern Communications support for AICI’s Pride Month webinar entitled “Proud with Pride: An LGBTQ+ Life Journey,” on June 24 at 9PM PH Time (8:00 AM Central Standard Time). The online talk aims to promote a world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. The telecommunications company also announced that they pledged to become members of the Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) Council of ANZCHAM.
Smart’s #SimplyLove campaign kicked off with an online video defining a better world as one where "everyone is accepted, equal, loved, and proud."
