June is Pride Month! We work to support the LGBTQ+ community in real estate, to fight discrimination and encourage equal and Fair Housing to everyone.
SAVE THE DATE
On June 16th join CAR as we kick off our Diversity Summit, followed by our PRIDE Celebration Reception with our Industry Partner, @LGBTQ_+ Real Estate Alliance Chicago! Learn more here.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
LGBTQ+ HISTORY & POLICY
Explore an in-depth history of the LGBTQ+ community throughout America from the History Channel, from the timeline of the historic Stonewall Riots, gay culture in the roaring 20s, a gay Revolutionary War hero and more!
Federal, state of Illinois and local Cook County laws state that it is illegal to discriminate against any individual based on gender identity and sexual orientation. If you or your client experience any discrimination, make sure you report it to the Commission of Human Relations. Also, be sure to check out the resources that are available with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
LGBTQ+ HOMEOWNERSHIP INFORMATION
The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance released a report regarding homeownership within the LGBTQ+ community. We’ve highlighted a few stats below:
CELEBRATE PRIDE IN CHICAGO
- MidSommarFest | June 10th – 12th
- PRIDE Fest | June 18th – 19th
- Back Lot Bash | June 24th – 26th
- 40th Annual PRIDE Race | Saturday, June 25th
- Navy Pier PRIDE | Saturday, June 25th
- PRIDE Parade | Sunday, June 26th
- PRIDE in the Park | June 25th – June 26th
TAKE THE ALLY PLEDGE
NAR FAIR HOUSING ASSETS
The National Association of REALTORS® requires its members to adhere to its strict code of ethics which sets a higher standard for fairness in housing than any federal law. For Pride Month, NAR has created a series of social media graphics to promote and celebrate the equal rights of all people. Check them out here.