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Celebrating Pride Month: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion in Real Estate
June 7, 2023
This June, we at the Atlanta REALTORS® Association and Capitus Real Estate Learning Center stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community as we celebrate Pride Month. This is a time to honor diversity, promote equality, and recommit ourselves to fostering an inclusive environment in all areas of life, including the real estate industry.
Pride Month not only commemorates the history and struggles of the LGBTQ+ community, but also marks a celebration of authenticity, acceptance, and freedom. As real estate professionals, we believe it's essential to echo these values in our daily interactions with clients, colleagues, and our community.
The impact of Pride Month on our industry is substantial. It reminds us that real estate isn't just about properties; it's about people, their identities, and their dreams of finding a place they can call home. This should hold true for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Being a Realtor means being a key player in someone's journey to finding their safe haven. We strive to create a sense of belonging and security for every individual, couple, or family we work with. But to do so effectively, we must recognize and respect the diverse identities of those we serve.
The real estate industry has made significant strides in recent years towards inclusion and diversity. For instance, the National Association of REALTORS® has incorporated policies to prevent discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Yet, there is always more work to do. We must continually strive to foster a professional environment that upholds these values not only in June, but throughout the year.
As we celebrate Pride Month, let's reaffirm our commitment to these ideals. Let's challenge ourselves to learn more, to understand better, and to act more inclusively. Let's seek to uplift and support not only those within the LGBTQ+ community, but anyone who feels marginalized or underrepresented in their quest to find a home.
Pride Month is a powerful reminder that love, acceptance, and understanding can bridge any divide. As part of the real estate industry, we are excited to be part of this ongoing journey towards greater inclusivity and equality.
In solidarity,
The Atlanta REALTORS® Association and Capitus Real Estate Learning Center
About the 400N Market Brief
The 400 North Association of REALTORS® (400N) Market Brief is compiled by Georgia Multiple Listing Service (GAMLS). For more information on details of this month's report, please contact the Association at 770.845.4008.
*Each month, the numbers reported for the previous month are updated to reflect additional recordings.
About the 400 North Association of REALTORS®
The 400 North Association serves as a central source of information for our members and our main focus are real estate education, the promotion of professionalism in our industry and representing our REALTOR® members with legislative initiatives to create positive change for the real estate community. Throughout its history, the 400 North Association has exerted its influence in civic affairs in its capacity of representing a substantial segment of the business community across the Forsyth, Dawson and Lumpkin area. The Association has contributed to various charities over the years by hosting fundraisers.
About First Multiple Listing Service
First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS) is the premier data services provider for real estate professionals in Georgia. FMLS was founded in 1957 by a group of Brokers who wanted to share their listings and connect buyers and sellers. Today FMLS is the largest MLS in Georgia & the 4th largest MLS in the United States, serving nearly 54,000 real estate Agents & Brokers. For additional information or to start a discussion about how to partner with FMLS please contact join@fmls.com.