‘We’re removing barriers for LGBTQ+ colleagues – here’s how you can too’
By 
Dan Makin2021-06-02T06:00:00
June is Pride Month. As celebrations commence, Pets at Home vet in practice and British Veterinary Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Association senior vice-president Dan Makin shares how the retailer is stepping up to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies
As a gay man working within the veterinary profession for several years, I have experienced firsthand the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ members of our profession and the impact this can have on physical and mental health.
At an early stage in my career, I had an employer step in and support me. While he wasn’t able to provide specific support regarding my sexuality, he didn’t need to. He simply cared enough to open up a conversation with me.
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