Celebrate Lesbian Visibility Week with Me 🏳️‍🌈⭐

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An illustration of two women standing on a background that gradients from orange to pink, with text above reading "Celebrate LESBIAN Visibility Week with Me". The woman on the left, with curly brown hair, holds a standard six-stripe rainbow flag. The woman on the right, with purple hair, holds a sign that reads "EMPOWERING LESBIAN COMMUNITY" with three smaller icons: a rainbow flag, an orange-to-pink lesbian community heart, and an orange-and-pink-stripe lesbian flag. A small "Celebrate with Me" logo is in the bottom left corner
An illustration of two women standing on a background that gradients from orange to pink, with text above reading "Celebrate LESBIAN Visibility Week with Me". The woman on the left, with curly brown hair, holds a standard six-stripe rainbow flag. The woman on the right, with purple hair, holds a sign that reads "EMPOWERING LESBIAN COMMUNITY" with three smaller icons: a rainbow flag, an orange-to-pink lesbian community heart, and an orange-and-pink-stripe lesbian flag. A small "Celebrate with Me" logo is in the bottom left corner1920×960 227 KB

Hy Local Guides, :rainbow_flag:

As we build a global community that celebrates diversity and inclusion, join me in celebrating Lesbian Visibility Week. This week is a vital movement to spotlight, celebrate & empower lesbian women and non-binary individual & creating a stronger sense of belonging for individuals everywhere. As Local Guides, we have a unique platform to make our spaces - both digital & physical - more welcoming, vibrant & safe for everyone. From Europe to the USA, all the way to Japan and right here in our vibrant local neighborhoods, we are making a difference across the globe.

This journey of advocacy continues by building on previous discussions regarding fostering inclusivity during International Lesbian Day and how we can be better allies during International Transgender :transgender_flag: Day of Visibility. Let’s carry that same spirit of advocacy into this week!

Lesbian Visibility Week (running annually from April 20th –26th) is a vital global movement to celebrate & empower lesbian community. To be a lesbian means to be a woman or a non-binary person, who is attracted to women/non-binary people. It is a powerful identity rooted in love, community & history. This week is a time to amplify the voices of a community that is often overlooked. As part of this, let’s put a special focus on the entrepreneurs who make our communities stronger. When we take the time to find and support businesses that are LGBTQ+ :rainbow_flag: owned or pub (thank you @Manishhh for sharing his favourite inclusive space) that welcomes inclusively, we aren’t just exploring; we are actively helping to create safer, more visible spaces for everyone. These businesses are essential cornerstones of our neighborhoods, providing safe havens & fostering a sense of community for those who live there and those who visit.

How can you contribute inclusively on the Map this Week?

  • Look for the Signs :rainbow:: When you visit a local cafe, bookshop or small business, look for those warm indicators - pride flags, inclusive art or a welcoming atmosphere. Take & Share media showing the inclusive atmosphere on Google Maps.

  • Update Attributes :paperclip:: If you know a business is LGBTQ+ :rainbow_flag: friendly or a safe space, suggest that attribute on Google Maps! This small edit makes a huge difference for someone looking for a safe and welcoming environment. You can learn how to do this in the post [Suggest LGBTQ+:rainbow_flag: Friendly attribute edit on Google Maps - by @Kumaarsantosh].

  • Share Your Findings :writing_hand:t2:: Leave a review that specifically mentions the inclusive nature of the business. You could say: "The staff here is incredibly welcoming, and it’s clear they foster an inclusive space for the LGBTQ+ :rainbow_flag: community”.

Join the Conversation:

What is your favourite business in your neighborhood that makes you feel truly welcome? Share your stories in the comments below :backhand_index_pointing_down:t2:. Let’s ensure our maps & our hearts are open to all.

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Loved this post @Rahul001 , would definitely contribute

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Nice post, @Rahul001.
As I mentioned in my earlier post here, you’ve encouraged me to write about inclusivity in the reviews I post on Google Maps, and thank you for that.

Cheers!

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Great post, dear @Rahul001; it clearly brings out the importance of inclusivity and how to contribute meaningfully on Maps.

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Hi @Rahul001, Thanks for sharing this post. I appreciate you highlighting inclusion and how we can support LGBTQ+ friendly spaces through our contributions on Maps. Small actions like reviews and updates can make a real difference.

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Thank you for sharing this thoughtful post @Rahul001 :clap: Spreading awareness and positivity like this really matters.

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Fantastic post @Rahul001 I will surely contribute

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Thank you @Manishhh for your valuable comment :blush: & participation spirit :sparkles:.

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Thank you @AjitThite for your valuable comment & words :blush:. I appreciate you include inclusivity on your reviews & i can see most of your reviews are relevant also, congratulations on that too.

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Thank you @Kumaarsantosh for your valuable comment and words :blush:. While contributing, edits on attributes have big impact when searching places & you helped us to edits such attributes on Google Maps.

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Thank you @PrasadVR for your valuable comment and words :smiling_face:.

You are absolutely correct & I stand with that.

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Thank you @Np45 for your valuable comment and words :blush:.

Can’t agree more @Np45.

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Thank you @Ssiddharth2000 for your valuable comment and words :blush:. Looking forward for your inclusive contribution soon.

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