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The Traditional Gay Pride Flag is the most visible symbol of LGBT unity and pride. It was formed in December 2020 to support policies that will help make our science center a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. In this safe space, we’re able to create a sense of community, provide support, and discuss issues and topics specific to our demographic without fear of judgement or discrimination. Paul: First and foremost, the LGBTQIA+ ERG is a safe, welcoming, and affirming space for folks working at the Northeast Fisheries Science Center who identify as members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies. What is the LGBTQIA+ ERG, why and when did it form, and why is it important? We interviewed the ERG’s co-chairs Paul Clark, biological sciences technician at our Milford Lab, and Patricia “Trish” Clay, anthropologist in our Social Sciences Branch, to learn more about the ERG, their goals, what kinds of topics and issues they’re addressing, and why they decided to lead the ERG. To celebrate Pride Month we’re highlighting our science center’s recently created Employee Resource Group called the LGBTQIA+ ERG. It’s used to signify all of the gender identities and sexual orientations, including Two-Spirit, a pan-Indigenous American identity, and Non-Binary. The “plus” is often seen as “+” after the Q. LGBTQ is an acronym for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer or Questioning and is used to describe someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity. The uprising helped launch LGBT political activism and led to creation of many of today’s gay rights organizations. It started with the Stonewall Uprising in June 1969 when New York City police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar located in Greenwich Village in New York City, New York. June is Pride Month-an entire month dedicated to uplifting LGBTQ+ voices, celebrating their culture, and supporting LGBTQ+ rights. Photo credit: New York Public Library Collections/Diana Davies. Stonewall Uprising began in June 1969 when New York City police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar located in Greenwich Village in New York City, New York.