Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer PrideMonth is a moment to reflect on the LGBTQ experience in our nation and celebrate the many accomplishments of LGBTQ Americans. This year, Nareit will be sharing the strides that our member REITs are taking to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion and how they are recognizing LGBTQ PrideMonth this year.
Nareit members are invited to submit internal news stories, photos, social posts, and videos to communications@nareit.com.
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (NYSE: AVB) said that in celebration of Pride Month, it is featuring members of its LGBTQ+ Resource Group, the Associate Rainbow Coalition (ARC). Scott Ballina, (senior director, Inclusion & Diversity and Community Impact) shares what motivates him at work. Sarah Tullo, (community manager at Avalon Cove) shares how her diverse experiences contribute to her success at AvalonBay.
Extra Space Storage Inc. (NYSE: EXR) said the Extra Space LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group kicked off Pride Month by sending out Pride-inspired lanyards to all its members. James Hafen, senior vice president sponsor of the LGBTQIA+ ERG, said, “For me, the Extra Space Storage Pride Swag is a way of quietly but proudly affirming that there is support, safety, and respect for everyone in this organization. When I wear a lanyard or a bracelet I hope it signals that as an individual I am an advocate and that as a company we embrace everyone.”
Hines Global Income Trust, Inc. said that during Pride Month, Hines' Employee Resource Group, PRIDE, is sharing its support for LGBTQIA+ employees and the community by increasing awareness, building alliances, and championing career progression.
Hudson Pacific Properties, Inc. (NYSE: HPP) highlighted how teams across its regions celebrated Pride Month.
Macerich (NYSE: MAC) is celebrating Pride Month across its properties. One highlight was Fashion District Philadelphia's #PrideMonth kickoff event featuring a parade, live music, photo ops, giveaways, contests and more.
Over the past several weeks, Tanger (NYSE: SKT) employees have hosted, participated in, and volunteered at dozens of Pride celebrations – at its centers and in its neighborhoods. From month-long activations to parades, festivals, block parties, and selfie stations, Tanger has "proudly supported the LGBTQ+ community throughout the richly diverse communities we live in and serve."
Tanger is also deeply committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging, including launching Employee Resource Groups to support the LGBTQ+ Community, Women, and People of Color.
OUTFRONT Media Inc. (NYSE:OUT) announced the launch of the "Protect Our Pride" campaign in partnership with GLAAD to celebrate Pride during the month of June. The REIT noted that following the success of last year's "15 Seconds of Fabulous" campaign, this year's initiative, designed by GLAAD and evolving from an earlier campaign this year, continues to spotlight the LGBTQ community with a broader reach and enhanced features.