Although this is officially Pride Month, the conversation really needs to continue year-round. However, it does serve as a good reminder to make inclusivity a priority in your workplace. Inclusivity of ALL employees, regardless of how they identify themselves, is critically important to an organization’s success. There is no doubt that people who feel safe, respected, valued, and encouraged are more likely to be more engaged and perform their work more effectively.

To help spur the dialogue, here are some valuable resources with inspiration, recommendations, and action items to keep the conversation going.

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Corporate HR Education

Creating Respectful Workplaces for LGBTQ+ Employees - This on-demand, self-paced course will guide you in exploring how to develop, implement, and maintain an inclusive, safe, and accepting workplace for LGBTQ+ individuals through policies, procedures, and personal development. In honor of Pride Month, please use promo code PRIDE2022 upon checkout to save $50 on the course fee.

Reference Articles

New Threats Facing LGBTQ+ Members in the Workplace - This article explains the present-day concerns that minorities and LGBTQ+ employees continue to face in the workplace, and stresses the importance of assessing your own programs to ensure inclusivity.

Going Beyond Pride Month - As mentioned at the outset, the conversation around LGBTQ+ employees should be one that is on-going 12 months of the year. Learn some ways on how to extend your LGBTQ+ pride beyond the month of June.

Archived Webcasts

Allyship - The Platinum Rule - “Treat others the way that they want to be treated.” This Platinum Rule of Allyship puts the focus on people who are underrepresented and marginalized, and have life and world experiences that may be vastly different from our own.

Everyday Pride LGBTQ+ inclusion - Learn about the impact that homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia can have on people from the LGBTQ+ community, and gain an understanding of why this knowledge is so important in creating inclusive environments.

Prime HR Memberships

If you want to be more fully-confident that your organization is always up-to-date and complying with all federal and state laws when it comes to your LGBTQ+ and DEI programs and policies, our Prime HR memberships give you access to a full array of labor regulations updates, tools, forms, and employment law resources - among many other benefits. View Prime HR membership details.

So don’t sit back and hope for the best when it comes to LGBTQ+ employees feeling a sense of belonging in your workplace. We’re here to help you with all of the resources and expert strategies you need to build a most-inclusive environment for all.