Nobody should face any discrimination in the workplace.
The Pride at Work- Milwaukee Chapter seeks to be a resource for union members facing discrimination in the workplace and for employers looking to become more thoughtfully diverse.
Email jay@milwaukeelabor.org with with questions or for more information.
History of the Founding of Pride at Work
Advocate for issues as a Pride at Work Chapter
In the news- Biden issues executive order expanding LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination protections
Not sure where to turn for assistance? 2-1-1 is a great resource to find support for any issue you may be facing whether it is finding counseling services, housing, medical testing…you name it they have you covered! Plus 2-1-1 is a United Way funded program. Here are some other very helpful and reputable resources:
Diverse & Resilient: Room to be Safe
Statewide anti-violence program
United Way’s Complimentary Prescription Discount Card
Milwaukee LGBT Community Center Resources:
Anti-Violence Program
50 and Better Adult Programs
Project Q Youth Development Program
Transgender Services & Support Program
Vivent Health Milwaukee Resources:
· Behavioral & Mental Healthcare
· Pharmacy
· Housing Services
· Legal Services
· Food Pantry
· Nutrition Services
· Substance Abuse Treatment
· Dental & Medical Care
· PrEP
· HIV & STI Testing
· Lifepoint Needle Exchange
Pathfinders CRAY
Collaborative Rapid Advocacy for Youth – medical and legal accompaniment and advocacy for youth ages 11 – 25 who have been commercially sexually exploited
PFLAG Milwaukee – parents, families and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered persons
PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons, their families and friends.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce
Offers a variety of resources including business directory, individual and business training/mentoring programs, Workplace Alliance, Wisconsin Travel Guide and more
Trans Lifeline– (877) 565-8860
“Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers… Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans.”
