News - Workplace Pride

A Rainbow Flag Alone is Not Enough: Companies Embrace Inclusive Policies for LGBTIQ+ Employees

In the past, displaying a rainbow flag during Pride was seen as sufficient support for the LGBTIQ+ community within a company. However, times have changed, and the need for genuine inclusion and acceptance has become paramount. Recognising this, companies are taking proactive steps to create a welcoming environment for their…

Disney Benelux Joins Workplace Pride in Celebrating Unity and Inclusion During Pride

Pride is a time of celebration, inclusion, and unity for the LGBTIQ+ community, and we couldn’t be prouder to have recently hosted a special visit at our Amsterdam offices from Disney Benelux, one of our Workplace Pride members! Ester de Wit and Laura Ballyn from Disney Benelux join David Pollard…

A Heartfelt Thank You to Gina Walker and Our Remarkable Volunteers

Amsterdam, 28th July 2023As our dedicated volunteers, board, and staff gathered in Amsterdam, we celebrated a memorable BBQ evening, marking the successful culmination of our 2023 International Conference “Tracks of Change”. With hearts full of gratitude and joy, we extend our warmest appreciation to the incredible individuals who selflessly made…

Workplace Pride joins Pride Walk 2023: A Resounding Success Celebrating Love and Diversity

Amsterdam, July 22nd — The vibrant colours of the rainbow filled the streets of Amsterdam as the board, staff, and members of Workplace Pride took part in the Pride Walk 2023. With an overwhelming sense of unity and pride, participants from all walks of life came together to celebrate the…

Celebrating Non-Binary Day of Awareness: Embracing Authenticity in the Workplace

Jan Broekhuizen (they/them), Maja Blauw (they/them), and Jamie Knecht (they/them)As a non-binary person, navigating the Workplace can be a complex journey filled with triumphs and obstacles. Finding the courage to bring their true selves to work requires a supportive and inclusive environment that recognises and respects their gender identities.Every year…

FREE TO THRIVE FELLOWSHIP

Hivos hosted the inaugural Free to Thrive Fellowship in Maputo, Mozambique from June 12th to 16th, 2023. The fellowship, conceived under the transformative Free to Be Me program, aims to provide the fellows with an experience focused on learning, connection, and reflection. It is a year-long program that combines in-person…

Opinion Piece: Corporations Should Support LGBTIQ+ Inclusion in Africa

Human rights are universal and not restricted by geography. Although Africa, a vast and diverse continent, recognises this in its Charter on Human and People’s Rights, the LGBTIQ+ community still faces considerable obstacles due to social stigma, discrimination, and legislative prohibitions. In Africa, 32 countries criminalise same-sex…

Workplace Pride Lecture Empowers Filmmakers to Champion LGBTIQ+ Inclusion in Croatia

David Pollard, Executive Director of Workplace PrideZagreb, Croatia – On June 23, 2023, the “Find Your Audience” Educational Film Workshop featured an impactful lecture by David Pollard, Executive Director of Workplace Pride, highlighting the importance of LGBTIQ+ inclusion in filmmaking. The workshop, funded by the United States Embassy in Zagreb…

Clifford Chance Advances Inclusivity with Declaration of Amsterdam Signing, Reinforcing Commitment to Diverse Work Environment

Ilse van Gasteren, Partner, Clifford Chance LLP with David Pollard, Executive Director Workplace PrideIn a significant leap forward, global legal solutions provider Clifford Chance (https://www.cliffordchance.com/) signs the Declaration of Amsterdam (https://lnkd.in/eDRCG-UB), reaffirming its dedication to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace. The Declaration of Amsterdam represents an innovative initiative that…

Fostering Workplace Inclusion: Collaboration between CSOs and Businesses Takes Centre Stage

Deputy Ambassador Robert Dekker, Initiator of the eventSkopje, North Macedonia – On June 22, 2023, Europe House hosted a significant roundtable discussion titled “Culture of Inclusion at the Workplace: Strategies for Success.” Organised by the Netherlands Embassy in Skopje, North Macedonia, the event aimed to bridge the gap between local…