Welcome to the 180th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. As it's February, this month’s theme is all about intersectionality and LGBTQ+ History Month.

In today’s show* About my TEDx talk - The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health. [01:54] * What this year's LGBTQ+ History Month is all about. [01:33] * Why it's important to consider intersectionality when celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month [02:33] * Things that can be done to help take an intersectional approach in LGBTQ+ History Month [05:20] * Some practical ideas for celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month. [08:29]

Quotes* In workplaces, if you're celebrating LGBTQ plus History Month, it's vital to consider these intersections. * Having an intersectional identity often generates a feeling that someone does not completely belong in one group or another, and can lead to isolation and mental ill health * Part of taking this intersectional approach is to recognise people's lives are multi-dimensional and complex. * Consider who you choose to speak at events. * Have a specific event or topic on LGBTQ+ identities, if this is new in your organisation, and if it's established, integrate it.

Resources* Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health * Listen to Episode #170 What is disability and intersectionality?

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