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Just as Pride Month celebrates those who live authentically, the LGBTQ+ community regularly experiences unique challenges, such as an evolving political landscape, the potential for targeted discrimination and a contradictory set of regulations that vary state by state. We want every customer to feel made ready for whatever’s next. That’s why we’re committed to providing customized financial advice and solutions that go beyond the basics. Read how tailored advice helped two couples forge a better financial path.
Pride Month is more than a celebration of individuality, but an expression of who we all are and who we aspire to be as a community — regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Mike Sebring, our Head of Diversity Equity & Inclusion shares what our culture of Pride means to him, "As a gay man, I’m proud that within our walls, I can be my authentic self and bring my whole self to work. We want everyone to feel like they can be who they are and have their voice be heard. At Citizens, Pride is a part of our everyday culture, and we are #MadeReady to live authentically and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and sustainable culture of acceptance inclusive of our customers and communities."
Ours is a culture of inclusivity that fosters employee trust inside our walls, and promotes love and understanding in the community. Through colleague initiatives like our Business Resource Groups (BRGs), our culture of acceptance continues to grow. Voluntary, company-sponsored associations of those with similar interests, common demographics, experiences, and identities, Citizens’ BRGs let employees contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment that champions learning and acceptance.
As we celebrate Pride Month 2023, we asked our colleagues what Pride Month means to them and how they bring their authentic selves to work every day. “Pride Month means a celebration of love, life, equity, diversity and humanity.” - Shaune B., Citizens Branch Manager
We love and celebrate today’s fluid family dynamics and demonstrate support by offering the same benefits package no matter what your dynamic may look like. Here, same-and opposite-sex spouses and domestic partners, as well as children of a spouse or domestic partner, are eligible for inclusive benefits. We take our support a step further, going above and beyond to provide access to gender-affirming providers for both physical and mental wellness. Things like mental health counseling and hormone therapy are available, as well as other medical benefits that may be helpful for the LGBTQ+ community, like voice therapy, facial feminization, electrolysis, and more. Dedicated services specific to the legal challenges LGBTQ+ individuals face are also available.
We're proud to support Out in Finance (OIF), an organization who's mission is to advance inclusion and equality across financial services and provide a networking forum for LGBTQ+ professionals. Join us on Tuesday, June 20 from 12-1pm ET for a free online webinar sponsored by Citizens on retirement planning with an LGBTQ+ focus. The presentation will cover both general retirement planning best practices as well as the unique needs of LGBTQ+ individuals. Sign up through the link below!
To some, banking is dollars in, dollars out. But Citizens is so much more. We’re rooted in the neighborhood and are invested in helping tomorrow’s LGBTQ+ workforce meet ever-accelerating needs. Together with our partners, we’re making meaningful progress through hard work, innovation, and teamwork. We proudly support Out in Finance (OIF), an organization driven to advance inclusion and equality across financial services, aid in recruiting efforts, and provide a networking forum for LGBTQ+ professionals. We also partner with Out for Undergrad, which helps high-achieving LGBTQ+ undergraduates reach their full potential. Through our partnership, we expose undergrads to Citizens internships that kick-off new careers in a caring and inclusive environment.
It’s Pride Month! And we can’t think of a better way to show support for our LGBTQ+ colleagues than celebrating their freedom to live openly and with dignity. Our commitment to equity for all is being noticed and recognized nationally, as we were recently named a 2023 Top Regional Company by DiversityInc. If you’re a member or ally of the LGBTQ+ community, you’ll find passion for what you do and support for who you are – here at Citizens.
We don’t just honor our military and veteran communities on Memorial Day; we support them year-round. Whether it’s through our program that donates a car to a veteran, our Veterans Business Resource Group or our passion for hiring members of the military community, we understand what it means to serve and want to do our part to support those who have given so much. If you are a veteran, reservist, military spouse or family member, we encourage you to apply today.
At Citizens, we're working to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) throughout every facet of the organization to drive a culture of inclusivity and build a workforce that is equipped to leverage the benefits inherent in a transforming industry and economy. As we continue accelerating our DE&I efforts, our progress is being noticed and recognized nationally, as we were recently named a 2023 Top Regional Company by DiversityInc. Since 2001, DiversityInc, has recognized some of the nation’s top companies for DE&I management. These companies excel in hiring, retaining and promoting women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+, and veterans; and are assessed in the following six key areas: Leadership Accountability, Human Capital Diversity Metrics, Talent Programs, Workplace Practices, Supplier Diversity, and Philanthropy.
