HR & Inclusion Practitioners
-
|
Supporting Intersex Inclusion in the Workplace
Date Published: Overview The Supporting Intersex Inclusion in the Workplace guide, co-authored by Out & Equal and interACT, equips employers with practical tools to build more inclusive environments for intersex employees. The resource explains intersex identity, outlines the business case for inclusion, and addresses common gaps in awareness and policy. Through clear guidance on non-discrimination…
-
|
Five Ways Employers Can Support Employees Living with & Affected by HIV
Date Published: On World AIDS Day each year, millions of people across the globe band together to show support for people living with HIV and honor those who have died due to AIDS-related illnesses. Founded in 1988 and commemorated annually on December 1st, World AIDS Day is a worldwide demonstration of community, awareness, and resilience…
-
|
Collecting LGBT+ Data for Diversity: Initiating Self-ID at IBM
Date Published: Overview IBM was one of the first companies in the world to implement a self-ID program for LGBT+ employees, starting in 2006. Self-ID allows employees to voluntarily report their sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) in HR systems, enabling greater visibility and inclusion. By 2020, this program had been implemented in 40 countries,…
-
|
Transgender Americans Belong: An Open Letter to America’s Employers
Date Published: The following is a letter from Aimee Stephens. After notifying her employer of her intention to transition, Aimee was fired from her job as a funeral director. Any day now, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether her boss broke the law when he fired her. Aimee’s case is being heard together with…
-
|
Inclusão de Pessoas Transgêneras e Não Binárias no Local de Trabalho Brasileiro
Date Published: Overview The Inclusão de Pessoas Transgêneras e Não Binárias no Local de Trabalho Brasileiro guide offers practical guidance for advancing trans and non-binary inclusion in Brazilian workplaces. The resource builds foundational understanding of gender identity while addressing the specific cultural, social, and employment challenges faced by trans and non-binary professionals in Brazil. Through…
-
|
All You Need is Love… Or Not: Asexuality, Aromanticism, and Attraction
Date Published: Overview This presentation offers an educational overview of asexuality and aromanticism, challenging common myths and building understanding of these identities in workplace and social contexts. The discussion highlights the diversity and intersectionality of ace and aro experiences and the impact of erasure on belonging. The session also provides practical guidance for organizations and…
-
|
Speaking Out at SCOTUS for Civil Rights Protections
Date Published: The U.S. Supreme Court is currently weighing a ruling on a trio of cases that will decide whether LGBTQ people are protected from discrimination under existing federal civil rights laws – laws that include workplace protections. Out & Equal CEO, Erin Uritus, spoke at a rally on the steps of the Supreme Court…
-
|
Implementing and Leveraging Self-ID
Date Published: Overview This workshop presentation explores how organizations can implement self-ID (self-identification) programs to strengthen inclusion and improve workplace culture. Drawing on the experiences of EY and Bank of America, the resource highlights how self-ID data supports greater visibility, tracks representation, and informs more equitable talent decisions. The deck outlines practical steps for launching…
-
|
20 Steps to an Out & Equal Workplace
Date Published: Key Insights 20 Steps to an Out & Equal Workplace Over the nearly 30-year journey of Out & Equal, we have collaborated with numerous organizations to develop and identify best practices that foster equality in the workplace for LGBTQ+ and allied employees. These proven core principles have guided many employers in enriching and…