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SME About Pride Month

Industry of Inclusion

Manufacturing is stronger when communities come together. 

The manufacturing industry is made up of a diverse community of individuals. Having an inclusive workforce is important for any industry to thrive. June is Pride Month and a time to recognize the impact of the LGBTQ+ community and individuals who’ve had a positive impact on the manufacturing industry. Explore the people and programs within manufacturing that are advancing the industry and empowering, supporting, and representing the LGBTQ+ community.

A Message from SME CEO Bob Willig on Inclusion in Manufacturing

“We must embrace and celebrate our differences. Creation of an environment that allows everyone to feel included allows our industry to innovate, evolve and flourish.”
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LGBTQ+ Associations Focused On STEM

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Out in STEM

With over 100 student chapters at colleges/universities and professional chapters in cities across the United States and abroad, oSTEM is the largest chapter-based organization focused on LGBTQ+ people in STEM.
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PRIDE in STEM

PRIDE in STEM

This charity is run by an independent group of LGBTQIA+ scientists and engineers from around the world aiming to showcase the LGBTQIA+ community within STEM fields.
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Out to Innovate

Out to Innovate

Out to Innovate strives to empower LGBTQ+ individuals in STEM by providing education, advocacy, professional development, networking, and peer support.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The SME Education Foundation’s diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiative is designed to fully integrate opportunities for underrepresented communities in every program and effort.
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