MSD professionals on why allyship is so important

Professionals from MSD share some insightful quotes on the importance and value of allyship.

Imma Clotet Codina

Europe & Canada Rainbow Alliance Culture & Community Lead, and RA Representative at the Europe & Canada D&I Council in MSD.

"Allies are important because we contribute to creating safe spaces where LGBTQ+ people can be their selves."

Erica Davis

Administrative Associate II, Millsboro Chapter Co-Lead

"Allies are important because everyone deserves support, kindness, and respect. Feeling supported improves overall well-being and allows people to feel heard. By being an ally, you open the door to new perspectives and opportunities. Everyone can be an ally!"

Sheryl F. Murphy

Enterprise Learning Partner, Global Learning Development

"Allyship is part of the human experience. Throughout life, we all face the effects of inclusive and non-inclusive behaviors. Being an ally is an ongoing process of learning, growing, and striving to do better. Along the way, we connect with others and work together to create spaces where everyone feels seen, respected, and valued. It means committing to build environments free from judgment and unfairness, where all perspectives are not only welcomed but thoughtfully considered, deeply appreciated, and fully embraced. It means standing up for those who may face exclusion or non-inclusive behavior and joining forces to foster a community, workplace, and world where everyone has a genuine sense of belonging and can thrive.

I want to live in a world where all can be their authentic, safe, and valued selves—and though we may never fully “arrive,” I believe every step we take as allies in progress leaves a positive and lasting impact.

This is why I believe allies are important."

Laurie Myers

Sr. Director, Health Literacy Strategy & Innovation

Role within the network is an ally!

"Allies are important because it is everyone’s shared responsibility to combat discrimination and misunderstanding. By standing together, we have a greater impact than anyone can alone. Unless we all own responsibility for fostering an environment at home, work and beyond that enables people to be their authentic selves, it will never truly happen."