Pride in Diversity: Supporting LGBT Colleagues in the Workplace

16th September 2020, Online

Two decades into the twenty-first century, LGBT identity can present significant disadvantage and is still relatively taboo in the workplace. YouGov research reveals that more than a third of LGBT staff have hidden their sexual orientation or gender identity at work for fear of discrimination, with the figure rising to 51% for trans staff, and to 42% for BAME LGBT employees.

Staff cannot reach their full potential when concerned about, or experiencing, bias and unfair treatment. However, across all sectors there are straightforward steps which employers can take to support their LGBT staff and ensure their workforce wellbeing is prioritised. Creating an inclusive culture where employees feel accepted rather than a need to hide aspects of themselves enables staff to contribute their best work and be themselves without fear of penalty.

At our ‘Supporting LGBT Colleagues in the Workplace’ event, HR professionals and line managers will receive practical advice in ensuring that LGBT staff feel comfortable bringing their whole selves to work. Simple strategies for building inclusivity and countering bias will be shared by expert speakers, with a view to ultimately driving better individual, business and organisational outcomes for all.

Key Speakers:

David Pearson, Inclusive Leadership Expert, former Director Global Inclusion & Diversity, KPMG
David Reagan, Director, Squire Patton Boggs LLP
Karen Harvey-Cooke, Chair of Enfys the LGBT+ staff network, Cardiff University
Wendy Ramshaw, Inclusion ad Diversity Manager, Squire Patton Boggs LLP
Ian Adams, NHS Director and Internationally Recognised LGBT+ Role Model
Lisa Pinney MBE, Chief Executive, The Coal Authority
Jade Fraser, Head of Diversity & Inclusion, Serco Group
Leng Montgomery, Diversity and Inclusion Manager, BDO UK LLP
Adrian Hyyrylainen-Trett, Global Membership Development Director, Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion (enei)
Charlotte Jackson, Group Head of Resourcing and Selection, Ministry of Justice (No.5 in Stonewall Top 100 Employers 2020)

Why attend?

Learn how to ensure that LGBT staff can do their best work without fear of discrimination
Bring new, innovative ideas around supporting staff and creating an LGBT-inclusive and positive culture in your workplace back to your organisation, with the insight needed to put them into practice
Hear from leading figures in LGBT inclusion on fostering LGBT allies and networks
Earn a CPD certificate for your personal progression
Enjoy an opportunity to network with top speakers and your peers

Who should attend?

Anyone with an interest in creating an inclusive workplace, including: employers; HR managers/officers; wellbeing officers; senior managers; consultants; trade unions, staff network leads and representative groups.

The event is CPD certified, and a certificate is available to confirm your attendance.

Dates and Locations

Pride in Diversity | Online | 16th September 2020

For registration queries please contact:

Ivana Picone

conference.admin@dodsgroup.com [2]