Young@Workplace Pride
Empowering the Next Generation of LGBTIQ+ Professionals
Build your career with confidence and lead as your true self. Grow your skills, expand your network, and learn from those who’ve walked the path before you. Shape the future of work while staying authentic to who you are.
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@Workplace Pride
About the Young Community
Young@Workplace Pride is a dynamic community for LGBTIQ+ professionals under 35. We provide the tools, guidance, and connections to help you thrive at work, develop your leadership skills, and build a strong professional network.
Whether you’re starting your career or stepping into leadership roles, Young@Workplace Pride is your space to grow authentically and make an impact.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple: help you succeed without compromising who you are. We equip you with practical tools, strong networks, and trusted guidance to navigate your career with confidence. You grow, you lead, and you shape workplaces that work for everyone.
We strive to empower young LGBTIQ+ professionals to:
- Be their authentic selves at work.
- Develop leadership, career, and personal skills.
- Connect with peers, mentors, and allies across industries and countries.
The Mentorship Programme
The Mentorship Program is the cornerstone of Young@Workplace Pride. This annual initiative supports young professionals through direct mentorship and reverse mentoring opportunities, pairing participants based on their development goals and expertise. Registrations are now closed for the 2025/26 cycle and will open again next September 2026.
What makes our Mentorship Program unique:
- More than 60 participants from 15+ countries are currently involved.
- Hybrid trainings with external experts and guest speakers cover key topics like thriving together, corporate activism, microaggression handling, and building visibility as role models.
- Participants gain practical guidance, leadership insights, and global networking opportunities.
Programme Timeline 2025/26
2025
- 6 Oct: Registration deadline
- 8 Oct: Mentor-mentee matching
- 10 Oct: Board finalises matches
- Week of 13 Oct: Confirmation emails sent
- 6 Nov: Kick-off event (Workplace Pride office)
- 9 Dec: Training #1 (Aegon)
2026
- 6 Feb: Mid-year networking event (location TBD)
- Week of 23 Mar: Training #2 (Bynder + Roze Filmdagen activity)
- 28 May: Closing event
Community Highlights
Beyond mentorship, Young@Workplace Pride provides:
- Networking events throughout the year
- Skill-building workshops on leadership, workplace inclusion, and advocacy
- Collaborations with other Workplace Pride communities to foster intersectional learning
- Opportunities to be visible, empowered, and influential within your organisation
