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A beginner’s guide to pronouns and using pronouns in the workplace
This bitesized guide offers an introduction to pronouns and how to use them in the workplace. What are pronouns?Pronouns are words we use in everyday language to refer to ourselves or others. They can be an important way to express your gender identity. ‘I’, ‘me’, ‘she/her’, ‘he/him’ and ‘they/them’ are some examples of pronouns.‘They’ has been used as a singular pronoun since 1375! We use a singular ‘they’, ‘them’ or ‘their’ often. For example, if you find a jacket that was left behind in…
At Stonewall, we believe that every lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) should be able to feel free to be themselves in the workplace and beyond.We know from our research that trans people are still facing transphobia, discrimination, bullying and harassment at work. Many organisations would like to support their trans staff but aren’t sure where to start. We’ve devised a series of bitesized guides to help you get started.To view the bitesized guide on…
Ace Inclusion in the Workplace
At Stonewall, we stand for all lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning, and ace (LGBTQ+) people.We know that ace people face specific barriers in their workplace, many of which are highlighted in Stonewall's Ace Report (2023). To support workplaces on their ace inclusion journey, we have developed Ace Inclusion in the Workplace bitesized guides and an Ace Hub. Our resource will provide actionable steps for Line Managers, HR employees, and Diversity and Inclusion staff to help you…
Top tips for senior leaders to get started with LGBTQ+ inclusion
Visible inclusive senior leadership helps cultivate a more welcoming workplace for LGBTQ+ staff and non-LGBTQ+ allies.Your ability to influence internal policies, communications and the culture of organisation can have a huge impact.Want to further LGBTQ+ inclusion in your workplace but you’re not sure where to start? As a senior leader, we understand the importance of efficiency and cost-effectiveness in your work.Here are some top tips to help you get started:Meet regularly with your LGBTQ+…
The Global Workplace Briefings shine a spotlight on the situation for LGBT people in different countries.Each briefing advises employers on how they can create inclusive and equal workplaces for LGBT employees around the world, outlines the legal, socio-cultural and workplace situation for LGBT people in the specified country, and showcases progressive workplace practices from Stonewall’s global membership programme.Members of our Global Diversity Champions programme have access to a range of…
Setting up an LGBTQ+ employee network group - online version
LGBTQ+ employee network groups can transform the experiences of LGBTQ+ employees at work.They can provide peer-to-peer support, raise awareness of LGBTQ+ inclusion and be a critical friend to their employer in order to create a more inclusive environment. This guide will help you take the first steps to forming a network group, going through how to get support from your organisation, how to build your membership base, and more.
Why LGBTQ+ network groups matter
Work is often where people spend most of their days.It’s a place to contribute, meet peers, grow and learn. Everyone should feel safe, supported and comfortable at work, but this is unfortunately not guaranteed. For lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and ace (LGBTQ+) people, work can be a safe haven, perhaps the place where they first come out. However, it can also be a place of fear, where they feel unable to be themselves without experiencing discrimination or…
Laying down the foundations of an LGBTQ+ network group
Consulting other LGBTQ+ employeesBefore making key decisions about the structure or objectives of your network, you should consult other LGBTQ+ employees within your organisation. This will help you at a later stage when you request formal support for your network group – you’ll be able to demonstrate that there’s interest from across the organisation.This is particularly important if you work in a large organisation with employees in multiple locations or with vastly different day-to-day…
Securing organisational support for an LGBTQ+ network group
How your organisation can support youLGBTQ+ employee network groups are most successful when they have the backing of their organisation. Working out what support you’ll need, and what support your organisations can provide, are essential first steps when setting up your group.Support could include:SpaceThis is often the first and most essential form of support network groups need from their organisation. Most network groups operate through regular members’ meetings, requiring a regular venue.…
Getting started as an LGBTQ+ employee network group
Finding your membership baseOnce you’ve built strong foundations for your network, the next step is to grow your membership. LGBTQ+ employee network groups are run by employees, for employees. The larger your membership, the wider the impact you can have – whether directly through peer-to-peer support or indirectly by helping to create a more LGBTQ+ inclusive environment.All-staff communicationsThese are a key tool for engaging colleagues and recruiting more members. Whether you use email,…