--- title: 5 Ways to Foster LGBT+ Inclusivity in the Workplace description: 5 Ways to Foster LGBT+ Inclusivity in the Workplace image: https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/LGBT-p2sdi4d8wq8dbedwp5xvf9lehuwv4jjt66bk9l1kso.jpeg --- - [BUILD WITH US](https://www.allyenergy.com/work-with-us) - [GALLERY](http://ally.photos) [![Company logo](https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/MJTW%20Assets/logos/ally-energy-logo-2.svg)](https://www.allyenergy.com/) - [ABOUT](https://www.allyenergy.com/about) - [INSIGHTS](https://www.allyenergy.com/resources) - OUR BUILDS - [Houston Energy & Climate Week](http://www.climateweekhouston.com) - [Energy Workforce of the Future](https://www.energyworkforceofthefuture.com/) - [The GRIT Awards & Best Energy Workplaces](https://www.allyenergy.com/2025-grit-awards-best-energy-workplaces-finalists) - [Energy Capital Markets Day on Wall Street](https://www.allyenergy.com/ally-tcs-worley-new-york-marathon-team) - [THE BEE SUITE™](http://www.thebeesuite.com) - [THE ASK](https://www.allyenergy.com/the-ask) - [PRESS](https://www.allyenergy.com/about/press) [Call +1 281-741-5482](tel:+12817415482) - [ABOUT](https://www.allyenergy.com/about) - [INSIGHTS](https://www.allyenergy.com/resources) - OUR BUILDS - [Houston Energy & Climate Week](http://www.climateweekhouston.com) - [Energy Workforce of the Future](https://www.energyworkforceofthefuture.com/) - [The GRIT Awards & Best Energy Workplaces](https://www.allyenergy.com/2025-grit-awards-best-energy-workplaces-finalists) - [Energy Capital Markets Day on Wall Street](https://www.allyenergy.com/ally-tcs-worley-new-york-marathon-team) - [THE BEE SUITE™](http://www.thebeesuite.com) - [THE ASK](https://www.allyenergy.com/the-ask) - [PRESS](https://www.allyenergy.com/about/press) - [BUILD WITH US](https://www.allyenergy.com/work-with-us) - [GALLERY](http://ally.photos) [ALLY](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog) - [Career Search](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/career-search) - [Change & Resilience](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/change-resilience) - [Climate & Sustainability](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/climate-sustainability) - [Creativity & Originality Initiative](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/creativity-originality-initiative) - More - [Critical Thinking & Analysis](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/critical-thinking-analysis) - [Digital](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/digital) - [Diversity, Equity & Inclusion](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/diversity-equity-inclusion) - [Emotional Intelligence](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/emotional-intelligence) - [Energy Insights](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/energy-insights) - [Entrepreneurship Intrapreneurship](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/entrepreneurship-intrapreneurship) - [Explore ESG](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/explore-esg) - [Female Execs of Climate Tech](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/female-execs-of-climate-tech) - [Financial Skills](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/financial-skills) - [GRIT](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/grit) - [Giving Back](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/giving-back) - [Grit Awards](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/grit-awards) - [Growth change challenge leadership](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/growth-change-challenge-leadership) - [Inspiration](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/inspiration) - [Leadership](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/leadership) - [Marathon](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/marathon) - [Member Insights](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/member-insights) - [Negotiation](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/negotiation) - [Parenting & Family](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/parenting-family) - [Problem Solving & Ideation](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/problem-solving-ideation) - [Race in the Workplace](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/race-in-the-workplace) - [Recognition](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/recognition) - [Relationships, Conflict, Power and Office Politics](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/relationships-conflict-power-and-office-politics) - [Running](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/running) - [Social Influence](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/social-influence) - [Storytelling & Personal Branding](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/storytelling-personal-branding) - [The Voices Of Energy](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/the-voices-of-energy) - [Uncategorized](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/uncategorized) - [Wellbeing & Self Care](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/wellbeing-self-care) - [Workforce Development](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/tag/workforce-development) Subscribe Select blog topic Career Search Change & Resilience Climate & Sustainability Creativity & Originality Initiative Critical Thinking & Analysis Digital Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Emotional Intelligence Energy Insights Entrepreneurship Intrapreneurship Explore ESG Female Execs of Climate Tech Financial Skills GRIT Giving Back Grit Awards Growth change challenge leadership Inspiration Leadership Marathon Member Insights Negotiation Parenting & Family Problem Solving & Ideation Race in the Workplace Recognition Relationships, Conflict, Power and Office Politics Running Social Influence Storytelling & Personal Branding The Voices Of Energy Uncategorized Wellbeing & Self Care Workforce Development # 5 Ways to Foster LGBT+ Inclusivity in the Workplace Written by: [Laura Hawksworth](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/author/laura-hindley) - [Share](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.allyenergy.com%2Fblog%2F5-ways-to-foster-lgbt-inclusivity-in-the-workplace) - [Share](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.allyenergy.com%2Fblog%2F5-ways-to-foster-lgbt-inclusivity-in-the-workplace&title=5%20Ways%20to%20Foster%20LGBT%2B%20Inclusivity%20in%20the%20Workplace&summary=5+Ways+to+Foster+LGBT%2B+Inclusivity+in+the+Workplace&source=) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/home?status=5+Ways+to+Foster+LGBT%2B+Inclusivity+in+the+Workplace%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.allyenergy.com%2Fblog%2F5-ways-to-foster-lgbt-inclusivity-in-the-workplace) - [Watch](https://vimeo.com/allyenergy) ![](https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/LGBT-p2sdi4d8wq8dbedwp5xvf9lehuwv4jjt66bk9l1kso.jpeg) *Contributed by: Wood Mackenzie, A Verisk Business* ### It's no secret, people perform better in the workplace when they are accepted without exception. As a result, organisations have a distinct responsibility to ensure their LGBT+ employees are encouraged to reach their full potential by fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace culture. In 2018, UK LGBT+ charity [Stonewall](https://www.stonewall.org.uk/) conducted a study that reached some startling conclusions. According to the research, many LGBT+ staff still don't feel comfortable with disclosing their identity at work. Even worse, those who do are often subject to discrimination. In fact, the numbers revealed that almost 1 in 5 (18%) LGBT+ employees were the target of negative conduct from colleagues in the past year. Shockingly, 1 in 8 (12%) trans people had been the victim of a physical assault in the workplace. More recently, [Stonewall research](https://www.stonewall.org.uk/sites/default/files/lgbt_in_britain_health.pdf?utm_source=Diversity+Champions+Newsletter&utm_campaign=5c8488b0d5-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_11_02_01_30&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a0b9ede128-5c8488b0d5-210168609&mc_cid=5c8488b0d5&mc_eid=cda89c0ea9) revealed that many LGBT+ people still face significant barriers to leading healthy, happy and fulfilling lives. Among the findings, half of LGBT+ people have experienced depression and 3 in 5 have suffered from anxiety in the past year. This exceeds estimates for the population at-large. These findings underline the importance of proactive work carried out by organisations to effectively meet the needs of LGBT+ people. ### So, how can you ensure your workplace is LGBT+ inclusive? ## 1. Education Creating awareness and talking about LGBT+ issues is an important way to challenge ignorance. For example, Wood Mackenzie marked World AIDS Day 2018 globally with fundraising events in all of our major offices. This included awareness sessions to learn more about HIV/AIDS. We managed to raise a combined total of $4.800.00 (US), all of which was donated to local charities supporting efforts to end HIV stigma. ## 2. Create a LGBT+ Network Group Creating a group that facilitates a collaborative approach to diversity is a great way to support LGBT+ employees. It's a good idea to make these groups open to non-LGBT+ employees too, especially those who identify as allies. The[Wood Mackenzie Pride group](https://www.woodmac.com/news/feature/why-pride-matters/), which was launched in 2017, has been a fantastic way for global offices to deliver a collaborative approach to outreach, education and engagement. ## 3. Inclusive Internal Policies Without watertight policies that are fully and explicitly inclusive of LGBT+ employees, companies run the risk of discriminating against their employees. Policies that should be reviewed and amended include maternity and paternity leave (including adoption), pension, and health insurance, among a number of others. ## 4. Attend Important LGBT+ Events Where possible, it's important to support LGBT+ employees and allies who wish to take part in important LGBT+ events. This backing needs to come from the top, down - - - to set an example for all employees. Having visibility at annual Pride parades, which take place in nearly 60 separate locations, is a great way to show your employees that you support them, no matter who they are. ## 5. Consistent Communication Whether it's news articles on your company's website or regular internal updates, communication is key. Channels available to communicate about LGBT+ issues and awareness efforts can include newsletters, chat forums, and social media channels. For example, in 2018 [Wood Mackenzie published a piece of editorial](https://www.woodmac.com/news/feature/why-pride-matters/) that asked some of its LGBT+ employees and allies what Pride means to them and why it’s so important in today’s society. This was shared with Wood Mackenzie's internal network, on Wood Mackenzie's social media profiles, and in Stonewall's 'Diversity Champions' newsletter. With great feedback both internally and externally, this was a useful way to create a sense of belonging and community. Laura Hawksworth is the Global PR Manager for Wood Mackenzie. ## Related Posts [![Less Talk, More Walk: Race in the Workplace](https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/Less%20Talk%20More%20Walk.jpg) Race in the Workplace, The Voices Of Energy Less Talk, More Walk: Race in the Workplace ![](https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/Blog%20Authors/ally_one.jpeg) ALLY](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/less-talk-more-walk-race-in-the-workplace) [![Why We Need a Few (More) Good Men in Energy](https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/A-Few-More-Good-Men-1-p2sbyj6uqg4wpl4qamx5gsl1siwewxv9v1etjhgqrs.jpeg) Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Recognition Why We Need a Few (More) Good Men in Energy ![](https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/Blog%20Authors/ally_one.jpeg) ALLY](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/a-few-good-men-chevrons-hugh-connett-on-inclusion) [![What Millennials Want in an Energy Career](https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/young-multi-ethnic-business-people-group-walking-standing-and-top-view-e1559659937378-p2s0lmgfm2dc0h3f1dsw9hb6l4d1d5izb4jkp1rbm0.jpeg) Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Change & Resilience What Millennials Want in an Energy Career ![](https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/Blog%20Authors/ally_one.jpeg) ALLY](https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/what-millennials-want-in-an-energy-career) ### Subscribe Here! [![ALLY Energy](https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/MJTW%20Assets/logos/ally-energy-logo-on-dark.svg)](https://www.allyenergy.com/) Unleashing the next generation of builders and difference makers. 801 Travis Street, Ste 2101 PMB 1589 Houston, Texas 77002 [+1 281-741-5482](tel:+12817415482) - [About](https://www.allyenergy.com/about) - [Our Press](https://www.allyenergy.com/about/press) - [Our Philanthropy](http://www.alliesinenergy.org) ©2026 ALLY Energy. All rights reserved. - [Help](https://www.allyenergy.com/help) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.allyenergy.com/privacy-policy) ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Laura Hawksworth", "url" : "https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/author/laura-hindley" }, "dateModified" : "2021-10-10T02:26:52.290Z", "datePublished" : "2019-01-08T00:00:00.000Z", "headline" : "5 Ways to Foster LGBT+ Inclusivity in the Workplace", "image" : [ "https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/LGBT-p2sdi4d8wq8dbedwp5xvf9lehuwv4jjt66bk9l1kso.jpeg" ], "mainEntityOfPage" : { "@id" : "https://www.allyenergy.com/blog/5-ways-to-foster-lgbt-inclusivity-in-the-workplace", "@type" : "WebPage" }, "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "url" : "https://www.allyenergy.com/hubfs/MJTW%20Assets/logos/ally-energy-logo-2.svg" }, "name" : "ALLY Energy " } } ```