Overview

This presentation explores how reverse mentoring can advance LGBTI inclusion by pairing senior leaders with junior associates from the LGBTI community. Through open, informal dialogue, the program helps reduce bias, build empathy, and deepen leaders’ understanding of the real workplace experiences facing LGBTI employees.

Drawing on Accenture’s journey, the presentation outlines practical steps for launching and scaling a reverse mentoring program, including participant selection, mentoring guidelines, and evaluation methods. It offers actionable insight into how organizations can use reverse mentoring to strengthen inclusive leadership and drive meaningful cultural change.