Equality Chamber partners with Achieve More, Equality Chamber Foundation for WorldPride, more
Among those groups are Achieve More LLC, Equality Chamber of Commerce (ECC), and Equality Chamber Foundation (ECF). Together, they are part of the initiative WorldPride DC 2025 and Beyond: Building a Safe and Equal Downtown DC for All.
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The combined effort is meant to engage businesses in the Downtown, Golden Triangle, and Dupont Circle Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) by providing resources, training, and technical support to increase LGBTQ+ inclusion, safety, and economic opportunities.
Achieve More, ECC, and ECF intend to 'create a welcoming and vibrant environment for all during WorldPride DC 2025 and beyond' through outreach, training, and a business accelerator.
'As we prepare for WorldPride DC 2025, we are committed to building a lasting legacy and fostering a business community that champions equality, safety, and accessibility for all,' said Patrick Algyer, Executive Director of Equality Chamber of Commerce and Equality Chamber Foundation.
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Businesses interested in getting invovled can email mariama@achievemorellc.com. People who would like to volunteer to be part of the Business Boosters squad can . Squad members help with outreach, raise awareness, and encourage businesses to participate in WorldPride DC 2025.
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