Amsterdam, 10 July 2025 — Inclusive leadership is being redefined—and the 2025 results prove it. Workplace Pride announces the release of the 2025 Global Benchmark results, a comprehensive international assessment of LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion. This year’s findings highlight the outstanding efforts of organisations setting new standards for diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environments.

Foremost among the accolades are the organisations that have scored above 90% on the Workplace Pride Global Benchmark survey, earning the title of “Advocate.” These trailblazing organisations are leading the charge in advancing LGBTIQ+ inclusion in workplaces worldwide, setting new standards for broader societal change. This year, there are two new entries into the Advocate level: Kite Pharma EU B.V. and De Nederlandsche Bank. They join established Advocate organisations from previous years, including: Accenture, ING, PwC, RELX Elsevier, Shell, Sodexo, and Unilever.

We also extend our congratulations to the “Ambassador” organisations, which have scored between 70% and 90%. Their unwavering commitment to LGBTIQ+ inclusion in the workplace is driving positive change and fostering a more inclusive society. This year, four new entries have achieved Ambassador status: ABB, Ministerie van EZ, KGG, en LVVN (Ministry of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Climate and Green Growth, Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature), Robeco, and Tata Steel. They join established Ambassador organisations from previous years, including Aegon Ltd., KLM, Lenovo and The Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken (Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands).

The 2025 Global Benchmark results reveal a continued momentum, with standout progress from both new participants and returning organisations. In particular, we celebrate the efforts of Bynder, Tata Steel, and a.s.r. verzekeringen, each of which improved their scores by more than 20% compared to 2024—highlighting measurable action and sustained commitment.

David Pollard, Executive Director of Workplace Pride, said: “The 2025 Global Benchmark highlights how, even in these difficult and challenging times for the LGBTIQ+ community, organisations are moving beyond awareness to real impact—leveraging data-driven strategies to build inclusive and sustainable workplaces.”

We also acknowledge the highest-performing organisations across various sectors and industries, including: Accenture (Private Sector and Services Industry), De Nederlandsche Bank (Public Sector and Public Administration), Unilever (Manufacturing), Kite Pharma EU B.V. (Healthcare, Pharma, and Biotech), ING (Financial & Insurance), RELX Elsevier (Information & Communication), KLM (Transportation & Storage), Shell (Construction, Engineering, and Utilities), Hogeschool Utrecht/HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (Top-scoring Academic Institution), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Netherlands (Top-scoring Government Organisation).

The Workplace Pride Global Benchmark, launched in 2014 with support from the University of Leiden and global partners, is the leading tool for measuring LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion. It provides organisations with detailed insights across eight key categories, Policy & Communication, Employee Networks, Workplace Awareness, Support & Benefits, Inclusion & Engagement, Expertise & Monitoring, Business & Supplier Engagement, and Societal Impact —enabling them to track  progress and drive meaningful change.

Editor’s Note: For more information about Workplace Pride, please contact Executive Director David Pollard at david@workplacepride.org. 

About Workplace Pride: The Workplace Pride Foundation is a global platform dedicated to enhancing the lives of LGBTIQ+ individuals in workplaces worldwide. Launched in 2006, it has more than 130 member organisations, employing millions of people in nearly every country on the planet. For media inquiries and additional information, please visit www.workplacepride.org.