This practice-based paper provides a case study of the Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board's (WWETB) Rainbow Connection Initiative. The initiative employs badges as a visible symbol of inclusivity and staff commitment, actively seeking to address issues and challenges faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex, asexual, and other (LGBTQIA+) Further Education and Training (FET) learners and staff. The research outlined in the paper underscores some of these specific challenges and affirms the significance of targeted initiatives. Emphasising the importance of such efforts in enriching the overall educational experience for all learners, the initiative actively contributes to building an inclusive learning community within FET's diverse landscape. The conclusion outlines WWETB's next steps in the ongoing journey towards sustained inclusivity and support for LGBTQIA+ learners and staff.