LEAGUE Members,
Happy New Year! I hope each of you took some well-deserved time off to unwind, connect with loved ones, and revel in the holiday spirit! Remember to prioritize self-care and mental wellness. If you need a boost, be sure to visit the Caring for our Community page for helpful resources.
Let’s take a moment to celebrate our amazing achievements in 2024!
2024 Accomplishments:
- Empowering Futures: We awarded 13 scholarships worth $30,000 to exceptional LGBTQ+ high school seniors, paving the way for a brighter tomorrow!
- Career Boost: Partnering with nine ERGs, we invited LinkedIn influencer (and former AT&T superstar) Stan Miller to help our members polish their resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and interview skills.
- Epic Pride Celebration: Our collaboration with External & Legislative Affairs brought a fabulous Pride event in San Diego. The success of this celebration will guide our future events!
- Dynamic Discussions: Kudos to the PRIDE committee for organizing several thought-provoking panel discussions, some in partnership with other companies, ERGs, and business units.
- Exclusive Film Screening: We teamed up with the director of “The Lavender Scare” for an exclusive screening, with over 125 streams and numerous watch parties hosted by our members.
- EGC Booth: At the Employee Group Conference in Dallas, we ensured our booth and presence made a difference by contributing blankets to LGBTQ organizations supporting homeless youth.
- Sneaker Fundraiser: Our first-ever Tennis Shoe Sale, featuring original designs by our members, raised nearly $700! Look out for another sale this year and get ready to submit your design ideas.
- Mentoring Circles: Over 50 members joined our experimental Mentoring Circles, and we’re excited to implement the successful elements in 2025.
- Community Support: Through DEI/Bridging the Digital Divide funds, we donated over $15,000 to local LGBTQ organizations, reinforcing AT&T’s commitment to connectivity.
- Streamlined Scholarships: We revamped our Foundation and Scholarship application process to be more agile, gearing up for the next chapter of supporting our youth.
- Inclusive Policy: The updated Gender Identity and Transition Guidelines Policy was published. It has been a collaborative effort that now better supports our transgender, gender non-conforming, and transitioning colleagues better.
What a year! Locally, you all went above and beyond to celebrate our communities’ diversity. Let’s gear up for an even more phenomenal 2025!
2025 Goals:
- Board Elections: Elections are underway, and we’ll announce our new board members in early February.
- Scholarships: Applications are open! Spread the word to graduating high school seniors about the LEAGUE Foundation Scholarship.
- Ally Community: We need volunteers to help launch our Ally community group. If you’re an ally and passionate about creating a supportive network, reach out!
- Mentoring Opportunities: Registration closed on 1/24. Contact
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for last-minute mentoring opportunities. This year, expect traditional circles, guest speakers, brown bag sessions, and possible one-on-one mentoring. - Career Sessions: We’ll continue our partnership with Stan Miller to help you prepare for your next career steps.
- Movie Screening: Partnering with ICAE, we’ll host a screening focusing on “Two Spirit” individuals in the Native American community. Stay tuned for details!
- Pride Celebrations: Get ready for national and hub location events in June. We’re planning something spectacular!
- World Pride: We’re working on having a presence at World Pride in Washington DC. More details coming soon.
- New Programming: You asked for more, and we’re delivering! We’re on the lookout for new speakers and presentations. Got ideas? Send them our way!
- EGC and Leadership Academy: Dates will be announced soon! We’ll have a presence and can’t wait to see you there.
This is just the beginning! We’re poised to achieve even more, but we need your help. Volunteering with LEAGUE is a fantastic way to make a difference in our communities. Interested? Reach out to me or your local board members.
I can’t wait to meet more of you this year at various PRIDE and company events. Let’s make 2025 our best year yet—together!
Here’s to a fantastic year,
Rob Walter
CEO, LEAGUE @ AT&T