LGBTQ+ Inclusion
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2024 Out & Equal Impact Report
Date Published: Overview With nearly 30 years of experience partnering with leading global businesses, Out & Equal supports organizations in optimizing talent recruitment, retention, and leadership development strategies. Central to this work is the business case for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion, which applies to a cross-section of the workforce and marketplace. This inclusion and belonging framework focuses on business and individual success, not…
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Breaking Barriers: LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Progress in the Asia Pacific
Date Published: Overview This Quarterly Global Webinar brings together regional thought leaders and advocates to examine how organizations can build inclusive workplaces across the Asia Pacific. Grounded in the region’s diverse cultural, legal, and organizational contexts, the discussion explores how global inclusion strategies must be adapted locally to create meaningful and sustainable impact. Through shared…
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Forged in Resilience and Determination—We Are Not Going Anywhere
Date Published: Key Insights Forged in Resilience and Determination—We Are Not Going Anywhere Today, many people—including the LGBTQ+ community—are feeling scared, angry, and unsure of the future. It’s completely understandable because leading up to this election there was so much division, anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric, and waves of anti-LGBTQ+ legislative efforts.But our story doesn’t stop here. …
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Three Things That Give Me Hope After My Recent Trip to Argentina and Brazil
Date Published: Key Insights Three Things That Give Me Hope After My Recent Trip to Argentina and Brazil by Gabriel de la Cruz Soler (he/him), Sr. Manager, Global Impact Program, Out & Equal “Are you single or married?” the Peruvian consul asked casually as I processed the renewal of my Peruvian ID. “Married,” I responded…
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Brand Inclusion in the Age of Polarization
Date Published: Overview The Brand Inclusion Index 2024 from Kantar measures how consumers perceive brands’ diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts across four key dimensions. Drawing on feedback from more than 20,000 consumers in 18 countries, the study captures experiences across identities—including race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and socio-economic background. The findings show that DEI strongly…
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In Conversation with Ken Janssens
Date Published: Key Insights Meet Out & Equal’s New Thought-Partner Research, across the board, shows that inclusion and belonging are key to advancing business strategies, driving brand loyalty, and attracting and retaining talent. Simply put: inclusion and belonging are smart business practices. This is why our partnership with Windō the innovative platform for accessing, reviewing and comparing organizations’ sustainability data (environmental…
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Let’s Radiate Pride: This Month and All Year Round.
Date Published: Key Insights Let’s Radiate Pride: This Month and All Year Round. LGBTQ+ Pride is a time for celebration, joy, introspection, and community. It’s a moment to reflect on the challenges we face, remember and elevate our triumphs, and look toward the future. It’s a time to stand united and, from Pride Festivals to…
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From Knowledge to Action: How the Financial Services Sector Can Better Serve the LGBTQ+ Community
Date Published: Key Insights From Knowledge to Action: How the Financial Services Sector Can Better Serve the LGBTQ+ Community For financial services institutions, the LGBTQ+ community presents a wealth of opportunity to capitalize on its growing buying power and, equally important, to address the unique challenges this community faces in growing and maintaining financial security.…
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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.…