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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…

TNO Takes a Significant Step Forward by Signing the Declaration of Amsterdam, Reinforcing its Commitment to an Inclusive and Diverse Work Environment

Left Image Michiel Kolman Co-Chair Workplace Pride & Tjark Tjin-A-Tsoi CEO TNO Above Tjark Tjin-A-Tsoi CEO TNO, Michiel Kolman Co-Chair Workplace Pride, Remke Verdegem TNN, Anne-Fleur Veenstra Scientific Director TNOTNO, a leading organisation in applied research, is proud to announce its momentous achievement of signing the…

Access Valuable Resources from the Successful 2023 International Conference on LGBTIQ+ Workplace Inclusion!

The highly successful 2023 International Conference dedicated to advancing LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion worldwide has concluded, leaving behind a rich treasure trove of knowledge and insights. We are delighted to announce that the comprehensive round-up of information from this remarkable gathering is now available online, offering a wealth of valuable resources…

WORKPLACE PRIDE Expresses Strong Opposition to Uganda’s Harsh Anti-LGBTIQ+ Legislation, Highlighting Detrimental Effects on Work Environment

Workplace Pride strongly condemns the signing of Uganda’s new anti-LGBTIQ+ law by President Yoweri Museveni. The law, which includes the death penalty for “aggravated homosexuality” and imposes severe penalties for same-sex relations, represents a significant setback for human rights and equality in Ugandaworkplace pride foundationWe join voices with the entire…

Dutch Government Makes History by Endorsing Amsterdam Declaration, Paving the Way for LGBTIQ+ Inclusion in Workplaces

Workplace Pride Foundation’s Declaration of Amsterdam receives groundbreaking official endorsementIDAHOTBIT, May 17th, 2023 – The Workplace Pride Foundation witnessed a momentous milestone as the Dutch government became the first national government employer globally to endorse the Declaration of Amsterdam. Created by the Workplace Pride Foundation in 2011, this historic endorsement…

KLM and Young@Workplace Pride Co-Host Successful IDAHOTBIT Event Focused on Role Models

Powerful stories of inspiration and inclusivity showcased during remarkable eventIn a resounding success at Schiphol, KLM and Young@Workplace Pride joined forces to host a highly impactful event centred around the influential concept of role models. The event delved into the significance of embracing one’s authentic self and unveiled awe-inspiring examples…

Building a More Inclusive Socio-Economic Environment for LGBTIQ+ in the Philippines

Workplace Pride brought together the Business community and Civil Society organizations in Manila for a productive dialogue on LGBTIQ+ inclusion. The discussions revealed the invisible spaces and communities that intersected in significant ways and exposed the areas needing bold collaboration to define better what Socio-Economic Development means for LGBTIQ+ people…