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Joined on November 11, 2022
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DESCRIPTION
Laurie Blue is a singer-songwriter rooted in the Northern Virginia music scene. She composes and records original music, hosts open mics, and performs a wide variety of original rock and classic covers on guitar and flute at public and private venues, including events for the LGBTQ+ community.
OUR REVIEW
Laurie Blue is a committed and dear friend to the LGBTQ+ community, working in multiple ways to create inclusive spaces in her various positions here in Loudoun as well as dedicating her time and talents to the events and activities of Equality Loudoun. In 2021, she and her late music partner contacted us to perform at no charge at the annual Holiday Cookie Exchange that allows LGBTQ+ community members to renew and make friends in a safe environment. Her sincere belief that all people are equal is apparent from the moment you meet her and her musical talent is sure to blow you away.
As an early adopter of the Equality Allies program, Laurie Blue Music demonstrates a commitment to the ideals of diversity, inclusion, and equality. With a thorough review of their business activities, we found no history of discriminatory practices or exclusive reviews.
General Survey
Question: What percent of your organization identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ community?
Answer: Not Applicable—We don't have any employees or volunteers.
Question: What are your policies on LGBTQ+ trainings?
Answer: Not applicable.
Question: How often do you require or recommend LGBTQ+ inclusive training?
Answer: Not applicable.
Question: Which best describes your current policies and procedures for your LGBTQ+ staff?
Answer: Not applicable.
Question: Which best describes your current policies and procedures for your LGBTQ+ clients?
Answer: Not applicable.
Question: How do you create a positive space for the LGBTQ+ community?
Answer: We have year-round shows of support that are specifically affirming or positive for the LGBTQ+ community.
Industry Survey
Question: Which queer organizations have you worked with, donated to, or supported- now or in the past?
Answer: Partner of Equality Loudoun and proud performer at the 2024 Loudoun Pride Festival. Donated musical performances at holiday cookie events and provided music for a multi-faith event through my synagogue, Congregation Sha'are Shalom, which is also an Equality Ally. I also partner as a musician for TAFFY Presents, providing music for underserved families and children.
Question: Would you be interested in participating in LGBTQ+ training provided by Equality Loudoun in the future?
Answer: Yes
Question: How do you promote diverse employment among qualified job applicants?
Answer: I am sole proprietor with no employees.
Question: How do you try to create a queer-inclusive business space?
Answer: As a professional musician, I do not support or contribute to venues that are unsafe for LGBTQ+ people (or that discriminate and are hateful in general)
Question: Do you provide all-gendered/non-gendered/unisex restrooms or have a trans-inclusive bathroom policy at your place of business?
Answer: My residence is my official place of business and is absolutely inclusive
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