Cultural Sponge

Flagstaff Pride tickets now on sale! Here’s a special discount code to use when purchasing 🥰

🌟 Navigating the complexities of behavioral health services, we understand the challenges in finding the right provider and ensuring they stay committed.

🔍 Recently, we had the privilege of attending The Arizona Council of Human Service Provider's conference, "Investing in Collaborative Opportunities for Workforce Solutions." The insights shared by industry experts not only inspired us but also sparked a deep reflection on the significant role design and marketing play in cultivating resilient teams and fostering stability within organizations.

🚀 Cultural Sponge is excited to share tips on how these elements can amplify employee acquisition and retention in the behavioral health sector.

Let's collaborate to create workplaces that not only attract but also retain top talent in this critical field. 💪 Dive into the full article [insert link] and share your valuable thoughts! 🌈
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/enhancing-workplace-acquisition-retention-behavioral-brown-sdl-26h2c 🌟

Enhancing Workplace Acquisition and Retention in Behavioral Health Through Design and Marketing As a parent navigating the intricate world of behavioral health services for my children, I've come to realize that finding the right provider is half the problem next to hoping the provider remains within their organization of employment. Recently, at The Arizona Council of Human Service Provider's

💖🌟 This month, let's put self-love and well-being in the spotlight. Big kudos to our friends Flagstaff Pride for their amazing efforts! 🌈❤️ Take a moment for yourself – whether it's reflection, connecting with friends, or enjoying the vibrant LGBTQ+ spaces.

Let's soak in the love and self-care vibes! 🌈💖

🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ January marks Self-Love Month 💖✨, and we're excited to celebrate the unique beauty within our 2SLGBTQIA+ family. 🎉

🚀 Challenges: Every Monday, new challenges will inspire self-love, acceptance, and empowerment.

🎁 Win: Complete any three challenges and enter to win a special Flagstaff Pride self-love care package. Because you deserve it!

🌟 Let's turn January into a vibrant celebration of love and embracing our authentic selves. Join us on this transformative journey of self-love. It's time to Embrace YOU!

💖🌈 Use , , and to share your journey. Let the celebration begin! 🎉✨

As designers we have always been interested in Pantone's color of the year, but often wondered about its relevance for our clients, mainly nonprofits. This year's choice, Peach Fuzz 🍑, is the perfect companion for any nonprofit's marketing strategy. It beckons to be embraced, offering a fresh approach to softness and inspiring belonging. Ideal for infusing warmth and subtlety into your messaging.
Here are some creative ways to infuse Peach Fuzz into your 2024 marketing strategies. 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/peach-fuzz-2024-beyond-trends-elevating-nonprofit-color-brown-sdl-a7yqc

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🎉 We are celebrating a decade of collaboration with the San Carlos Apache Tribe!
Throughout the years, we have been honored to help the tribe with their direct mail and design needs. 💻✨Recently, Cultural Sponge proudly launched the first-ever website for the Enrollment Department. Now, tribal members worldwide can access a user-friendly platform, simplifying the enrollment process and offering easy access to vital information and forms. 💻✨ The website also showcases the essence of the tribe featuring stunning photography by tribal member Samuel Meade, highlighting the landscapes and faces that define the community. 📷🏞️
🤝 We are grateful for 10 years of collaboration and look forward to contributing to projects that preserve the tribe's cultural legacy. 🤲🏽

🔗 Explore the Website: https://sancarlosapacheenrollment.com/
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Last week, Heather presented at the Let's Get Better Together Conference on 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️❤️ "Creating Welcoming Spaces: The Role of Design in LGBTQ+ Healthcare Marketing." We're thrilled to share her latest article on this important topic.

Discover the power of representation, the changing landscape driven by Gen Z, and essential tips for building trust in your LGBTQ+ healthcare marketing campaigns. I delve into everything from avoiding stereotypes in stock photos to the significance of inclusive language.

🔗Read the full article to explore how design can foster an inclusive and accepting healthcare environment for all. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️❤️🌈 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/creating-welcoming-spaces-role-design-lgbtq-marketing-brown-sdl-7e6lc

Join the conversation! 🗣️ What are your thoughts on LGBTQ+ healthcare marketing, and how can we create more welcoming spaces?

Today, Heather had the honor of addressing an inspiring audience at the Let’s Get Better Together Conference, centered around advancing health equity and health justice for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Her presentation shed light on the vital topic of inclusive marketing in healthcare, emphasizing the ways companies can pave the path for positive change. Together, we're working towards a more inclusive and equitable future for all. 🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

🍂 Embrace the Season of Giving: Inspiring Fall Nonprofit Campaign Ideas 🍁

🎃 ☕ With pumpkin spice lattes making their debut (we confess to enjoying two this week – let's keep it judgment-free!), we find it fitting to gear up for a season of impactful giving and community engagement. Fall offers a unique opportunity to harness the spirit of generosity and create memorable campaigns that resonate with supporters. Whether you're aiming to ignite fundraising efforts, amplify awareness, or foster stronger connections, We're thrilled to present you with a spectrum of inspiring Fall nonprofit campaign ideas. In this latest article authored by our founder, Heather Brown, you'll discover strategies that capture the essence of the season.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/embrace-season-giving-inspiring-fall-nonprofit-ideas-brown-sdl

Let's embrace the Fall spirit and inspire change that lasts beyond the season. 🌟🍂🤝

Embrace the Season of Giving: Inspiring Fall Nonprofit Campaign Ideas With pumpkin spice lattes making their debut (I confess to enjoying two this week – let's keep it judgment-free!), I believe it's the perfect time to prepare for a season of impactful giving and community engagement. Fall offers a unique opportunity to harness the spirit of generosity and create m...

🌈 Join My Journey of Allyship: Embracing the LGBTQ+ Community! 🌈

Hey friends! 👋 It's Heather Brown, owner of Cultural Sponge, here to share a heartwarming story that changed my life and ignited my lifelong commitment to equality and inclusivity. 🌟

Fifteen years ago, I had the incredible opportunity to work with Phoenix Pride as my very first client. Little did I know that this experience would become a turning point, sparking a deep connection and wholehearted embrace of the LGBTQ+ community. ❤️

In my latest article, "Embracing Allyship: Recognizing Privilege and Advocating for the LGBTQ+ Community," I delve into the importance of allyship from the perspective of someone with privilege. 🤝 We'll explore understanding privilege, continuous education, amplifying LGBTQ+ voices, challenging discrimination, and providing unwavering support. 🌈

But our journey is just beginning! 🚀 I invite you to join me in celebrating the power of allyship and standing up against the rise of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. Together, let's create a world where love, acceptance, and equality thrive! 💪

🔗 Read the full article below and let's make a difference together:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/embracing-allyship-recognizing-privilege-advocating-lgbtq-brown-sdl

Let's uplift the voices that deserve to be heard. 🗣️ Join me on this incredible journey of allyship!

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Embracing Allyship: Recognizing Privilege and Advocating for the LGBTQ+ Community As a cis straight female heavily involved in the LGBTQ+ community, I am frequently asked about my passion and dedication. While I have always believed in equity for all, I became aware of my own privilege and the need to be a catalyst for change.

🌈 Celebrating LGBTQ+ Support and Affirming Our Commitment 🌈

At Cultural Sponge, we are immensely grateful for the unwavering support we've received from the LGBTQ+ community. 🙌🏳️‍🌈 Your trust and loyalty have played a pivotal role in our success. In light of recent events, let's address the Supreme Court ruling granting a web designer the right to refuse same-sex wedding work.

We believe in providing quality services to all clients, regardless of their orientation or identity. 💼🌈 We stand committed to promoting diversity, inclusivity, and equality. Read the thought-provoking article linked below to stay informed. 📚✨

To the LGBTQ+ community, thank you for inspiring us and contributing to our growth. As an ally-owned company, Cultural Sponge advocates for your rights. Together, let's foster dialogue, empathy, and a society where everyone can thrive. 🤝❤️

Gratitude to the LGBTQ+ community and our clients for your ongoing support. Let's celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity, and strive for equality. 🎉🌈

Supreme Court rules for web designer who refused to work on same-sex weddings In a blow to LGBTQ rights, the court said creative businesses can refuse to sell certain products and services if they disagree with the message the customer wishes to convey.

🌈 Celebrating Stonewall: Reflecting on Progress and Striving for Equality!🌈

Today, we honor the brave souls who ignited change during the Stonewall riots. At Cultural Sponge, we stand with the LGBTQ+ community, recognizing the progress made while acknowledging the work ahead. 🙌✨

Stonewall was a turning point that paved the way for equality, but we must continue fighting. 🌟🌍 At Cultural Sponge, we embrace diversity, striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone thrives. 🌈🤝

Together, let's break barriers, challenge biases, and uplift one another. 💪🌍 Join us in celebrating Stonewall and working towards a future of acceptance and love for all. ❤️🏳️‍🌈

📢 Exciting Announcement from Cultural Sponge! 🌟

We are thrilled to share an insightful article titled "The 'B' in DEIB: Embracing the Power of Belonging." In this thought-provoking piece, our team explores the crucial role of belonging within the broader framework of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).

🌍 As advocates for inclusive practices, we recognize that fostering a sense of belonging is essential for creating diverse and thriving communities. When individuals feel a deep connection, acceptance, and recognition, they can truly flourish in their personal and professional lives.

💡 Our article delves into how embracing the power of belonging enhances employee engagement, retention, and overall well-being. By prioritizing a culture of belonging, organizations unlock the full potential of their diverse talent, drive innovation, and create more inclusive and equitable environments.

📖 We invite you to read the full article on LinkedIn to gain valuable insights into the significance of the "B" in DEIB and its transformative impact on organizations.

🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/b-deib-embracing-power-belonging-heather-brown-sdl

📢 We encourage you to engage with the article by liking, commenting, and sharing it with your network. Together, let's spread the message of embracing belonging as a key pillar of DEIB and drive positive change in our communities.

🌈 If you have any questions or would like to explore how Cultural Sponge can support your organization in fostering a culture of belonging, feel free to reach out to us. We're here to help you create inclusive spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

The "B" in DEIB: Embracing the Power of Belonging In recent years, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) have emerged as essential principles for building stronger and more inclusive organizations. While the first three components, diversity, equity, and inclusion, are frequently discussed, the significance of the "B" in DEIB, which st

We are thrilled to share that our very own Heather Goodman Brown had the incredible opportunity to moderate a captivating panel discussion on "Building Authentic Partnerships and Supporting Diversity Year-Round" on behalf of MollyTommy 🌍✨ It was an inspiring conversation that delved into the transformative power of authentic partnerships in cultivating a diverse and inclusive future.

🎥 Watch the video recording of the panel discussion below.

At Cultural Sponge, we believe in the power of authentic partnerships and their ability to drive positive change. We are incredibly proud of Heather for her exceptional moderation skills and contributions to this impactful discussion.

Join us in celebrating the power of diversity and inclusion through authentic partnerships! 🤝✨ Watch the panel discussion now and be inspired to make a difference.



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Building Authentic Partnerships and Supporting Diversity Year-Round We are delighted to welcome you to our Molly Tommy panel discussion on "Building Authentic Partnerships and Supporting Diversity Year-Round." In today's rapi...

🌈 We are honored to have collaborated with Phoenix Pride for 15 years, crafting their festival logos and fulfilling their graphic design requirements. With the current political climate and the distressing surge of over 650 anti-LGBTQ+ bills, we proudly stand in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ clients. 🤝 It is with great enthusiasm that we unveil this year's new logo: United Against Hate. 🎉 Let's continue our efforts to promote inclusivity, equality, and love. 💪

🌈🐶 Junior, Heather’s adorable bichon, proudly waves the Pride flag and says, "Happy Pride!" 🐾🌈

This Pride Month, we join Junior in celebrating love, acceptance, and diversity. Junior's paw-sitive spirit reminds us to embrace and support the LGBTQ+ community. Together, let's spread love and equality for all! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🤎🖤🩷🤍🩵❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Happy Pride Month! Have you noticed your social feeds flooded with rainbow colored logos? Learn more about "rainbow washing" and how to recognize brands that genuinely support the community.

LGBTQ+ Branding With Integrity I recently spoke about LGBTQ+ branding at the Compete Sports Diversity Summit and would like to share a few tips from my presentation with you. My business, Cultural Sponge, was established in 2008 and the political battles for equal human rights were easily comprehended by the general public.

Jacob's Hope is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable babies and their mothers. They are Arizona's first specialty care nursery caring for substance exposed newborns and continue to change lives daily. Recently, their outdated website began to not function correctly. It was an honor to work with the team at Jacob's Hope and launch their new website. Please consider visiting https://jacobshopeaz.org/ and making a donation.

Hate crimes kill a disproportionate number of LGBTQ+ individuals, in particular people of color. We stand in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ community during this somber time.

We're committed to continuing efforts around , and in sports. We are a PROUD partner of Equality Night with the Arizona Cardinals! Join us on November 27th for a night to remember!

We had the honor to work with Sedona Fire District creating a new website amplifying their mission to help people through Safe, Friendly, and Dedicated service. Their new modern design allows visitors to find weather and fire alerts, submit permit applications, view upcoming events and much more through an easy to navigate menu. We would like to personally thank the Sedona Fire District team for contributing to the website's launch while also performing their selfless commitment of saving lives. We appreciate you for your brave duty irrespective of all risks and dangers.

Making your logo rainbow colors, posting nice words and pictures on social media are gestures of support, but not enough. Learn more by reading Heather's latest article, Branding With Integrity.

LGBTQ+ Branding With Integrity I recently spoke about LGBTQ+ branding at the Compete Sports Diversity Summit and would like to share a few tips from my presentation with you. My business, Cultural Sponge, was established in 2008 and the political battles for equal human rights were easily comprehended by the general public.

Be part of something awesome! Plus you get free tickets!

Many hands make the work light.

The Phoenix Pride Festival and Parade are next weekend but it takes several days of work leading up to the event to make the magic happen.

If you'd like to join the many hands that make the festival and parade possible visit www.phoenixpride.org/get-involved. Sign up to become a volunteer and take a look at the volunteer shifts that are available. Any volunteer who works 4 or more hours receives free entry to the festival.

We can't wait to S.E.E you soon!

For information and tickets for this year's Phoenix Pride Festival and Parade visit www.phoenixpride.org

Let's change this ---->>>"People who identify as transgender feel far less supported in the workplace than their cisgender colleagues do. They report that it’s harder to get promoted. They also feel less supported by their managers." (source: mckinsey.com) Sophia provides great tips for folks transitioning in the workplace and also for managers who want to support transitioning employees. Sophia, thank you for sharing your story and insights! https://loom.ly/jTP4yoM

JustSoSophia - My Experience Coming Out at Work + Tips for Transitioning at work Transgender / LGBTQ Hi all! Sophia Hayden here!In this video I cover my personal experience of coming out at work, as well as give you tips and best known methods (BKM's) for wh...

Football season is here! It's interesting to see which NFL teams are the most LGBTQ+ friendly online. I am glad our local team, Arizona Cardinals placed in the top ten, but there is still work to be done! Source: https://lnkd.in/gCeQ3vsX

“Thank you, Compete Sports Diversity for allowing me to share my thoughts on Branding with Integrity during the annual Compete Sports Diversity Summit. I was honored to present and learn from a vast professional audience,” -Heather

Join Heather and other amazing individuals at the 2022 Compete Sports Diversity Fall Summit in Partnership with the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium September 15th - 17th. She will be speaking about Branding with Integrity.

Join me at the 2022 Compete Sports Diversity Summit! Join me and other amazing individuals at the 2022 Compete Sports Diversity Fall Summit in Partnership with the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium Septem...

It's official, our new website has launched! Check out our updated portfolio items, soak up our blog and more at https://www.culturalsponge.com/

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