Leaders unite in Warsaw to advance inclusive leadership and unlock workplace potential
On 12 June 2026, Workplace Pride brought together business leaders, policymakers, diversity professionals, and civil society organisations in Warsaw for Accelerating Workplace Belonging in Poland: Unlocking Potential Through Inclusive Leadership. Hosted by ING Hubs Poland, the conference focused on one central question: How can organisations create workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive?
As Poland’s business landscape continues to evolve, organisations are recognising that inclusion extends beyond compliance. Creating environments where people experience psychological safety, belonging, and equal opportunity is increasingly seen as a key driver of innovation, engagement, and sustainable business success.
The conference provided a platform for participants to exchange practical strategies, share experiences, and explore how inclusive leadership can help organisations unlock the full potential of their people. Discussions highlighted the importance of embedding belonging into organisational culture and ensuring that LGBTIQ+ employees and other marginalised communities can contribute authentically and confidently in the workplace.
The event began with an evening networking reception hosted by His Excellency Ambassador Jennes de Mol at the Residence of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Warsaw. The reception offered participants the opportunity to connect ahead of the conference and set the stage for meaningful dialogue throughout the following day.
Workplace Pride extends its sincere thanks to ING Hubs Poland for hosting the conference and to all speakers, partners, and supporters whose contributions made the event possible. Special appreciation goes to:
We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of this event and helped drive these important conversations forward. We are especially grateful to our speakers and contributors, including Ania Daszczyńska and Thijs M. from ING Hubs Poland; His Excellency Jennes de Mol, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Poland; Joanna Pastor of Accenture Poland; Przemek Gdański of BNP Paribas Poland; Justyna Sławik of Randstad; Ewa Szalewska of Heineken; Urszula Zarzycka of Shell; Bartek Budnicki of the LGBT+ Diamonds Awards; Dawid Wojtyczka of Foundation Federacja Znaki Równości; Miłosz Przepiórkowski of Campaign Against Homophobia (KPH); Eelco V. from the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands; Felix Wehinger from the Embassy of Germany; and David Pollard, John Ryan, and Mauricio Rojas Durand from Workplace Pride. We also thank our valued partners and supporters—the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Warsaw, Accenture, Randstad, Shell, BNP Paribas, Campaign Against Homophobia (KPH), Foundation Federacja Znaki Równości, and the Empower Beyond Foundation – LGBT+ Diamonds Awards—for their commitment to advancing workplace belonging and inclusive leadership in Poland.
The conference featured valuable insights from leaders representing business, government, and civil society, reinforcing the shared commitment to advancing workplace belonging across Poland. Through open dialogue and collaboration, participants explored how inclusive leadership can strengthen organisations while creating workplaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
We thank everyone who joined us in Warsaw and contributed to these important conversations. Together, we continue to turn ideas into action and build workplaces where everyone truly belongs.
The official conference photo gallery is now available on our Flickr page.
