BRIDGES began in 2012 with founding membership spanning several states and representing more than a dozen departments. With a focus on fostering a culture that demonstrate diverse and inclusive values, the LGBT group’s goal is to align itself with Union Pacific’s objectives in the following ways: help protect and enhance UP’s progressive, innovative reputation; create development opportunities through training, coaching and mentoring; provide a forum for networking; engage local communities; and be a voice and advocate for issues affecting the LGBT community.