HR & Inclusion Practitioners
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2023 Kantar x DIVA Report: Breaking Through the Cement Ceiling – LGBTQ+ Women and nonbinary people
Date Published: Overview This report presents a groundbreaking exploration of the challenges faced by LGBTQI+ women and non-binary individuals in breaking through the “cement ceiling” within the workplace and society. With insights gathered from 2904 respondents in the UK and US, the study delves into the experiences of individuals across diverse sexual orientations and gender…
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Tailwinds Across APAC: Insights on the LGBTQI+ Workplace Inclusion Agenda
Date Published: Key Insights Tailwinds Across APAC: Insights on the LGBTQI+ Workplace Inclusion Agenda By Deena Fidas (she/her), Managing Director | Chief Program and Partnerships Officer, Out & Equal Around the globe, Out & Equal is committed to advancing “The Business of Belonging”—LGBTQ+ inclusive programs, policies, and cultures rich with inclusive leadership at all levels.…
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In Conversation with Allyn Shaw
Date Published: Key Insights Meet Out & Equal’s New Board Chair January 2024 marked a new era of leadership at Out & Equal with the election of a new Executive Committee to the Board of Directors, which included the selection of Allyn L. Shaw of Wells Fargo as the new Board Chair. As he began…
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Engaging Employees through Global Programming to Drive Inclusion through Allyship
Date Published: Overview This workshop resource examines JPMorgan Chase’s global allyship training program and how structured allyship can advance inclusion and belonging for LGBTQ+ employees. The material outlines a clear allyship journey, offering actionable steps for employees at different stages—from foundational awareness to active advocacy. The resource highlights the role of training, Employee Resource Groups…
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ESG and LGBTQ+: A Primer
Date Published: Overview This 2023 Workplace Summit session examines how ESG principles intersect with LGBTQ+ rights and what that means for corporate accountability, risk, and inclusion. Legal experts outline the growing influence of ESG on human rights, shareholder expectations, and diversity strategies. The discussion examines the legal and reputational risks associated with ESG commitments, the…
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A Year-End Message from Our CEO, Erin Uritus
Date Published: Key Insights A Year-End Message from Our CEO, Erin Uritus (she/her) With just three weeks remaining in 2023, I reflect upon a record-setting year for our community and feel tremendous joy and, quite frankly, profound grief. This duality spiked last month as I watched election results come in from across the United States.…
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Empowering Regional DEIB Leadership: Strategies for Development & Success
Date Published: Overview This LATAM Quarterly Webinar brings together regional leaders to explore how inclusion and belonging efforts can align with business priorities across Latin America’s complex cultural and legal landscapes. Through real-world examples and regional insights, the panel examines how organizations can move beyond global frameworks to implement strategies that resonate locally while driving…
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Trans and Nonbinary Employee Lifecycle
Date Published: Overview This session, led by SAP at the 2023 Out & Equal Workplace Summit, explores how organizations can build inclusive environments for transgender and non-binary employees. The discussion highlights SAP’s approach to talent attraction, career development, internal education, and inclusive benefits, grounded in its Global Gender Transition Guidelines. The session also examines how…
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Experiences of the Lavender Ceiling: Progress and Continued Challenges Facing Out LGBTQ+ Leaders at Work
Date Published: Overview This report examines the barriers LGBTQ+ leaders face in advancing to senior leadership, shedding light on systemic bias, representation gaps, and the persistent “lavender ceiling” in workplaces. Drawing on survey data and interviews with 132 leaders—83% of whom identify as LGBTQ+ and 17% as allies—the research captures both lived experience and organizational…