Allyship and Advocacy
Making change at work requires allyship (actively supporting people from marginalized groups) and advocacy (proactively taking action and building relationships within and across groups to drive positive, structural change on a systemic issue). Explore our tools to learn how you can use your power, privilege, skills and/or resources as an ally and advocate.
Results
Wachovia Corporation – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Inclusion at Wachovia Corporation (Practices)
In order to further engage the LGBT community, Wachovia developed GALEA, a network that includes both LGBT-identified employees and straight allies.
The Chubb Corporation – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Inclusion at Chubb (Practices)
Chubb’s LGBT-inclusion initiative, along with its other diversity initiatives, was created to build a truly inclusive workplace environment where every employee feels welcome and comfortable.
Scotiabank – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Inclusion at Scotiabank: Scotia Pride (Practices)
Scotia Pride encourages employees from branches across the country to become involved in Scotiabank’s broader community outreach, which enhances brand recognition as an employer and bank of choice where diversity is celebrated.
IBM Canada – Enhancing Inclusion Through Critical Relationships and Cultural Awareness (Practices)
IBM Canada developed specialized programming to leverage diversity and support diverse groups. Two programs developed to enhance relationships in the workplace include: Diversity Network Groups (DNGs) and Diversity Training for People Managers.
Ernst & Young LLP – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Inclusion at Ernst & Young: bEYond (Practices)
Engaging allies is a vital piece of the E&Y LGBTA initiative.
Royal Dutch Shell plc – Mobility Across the Borders: Addressing Global Relocation Barriers for LGBT Employees (Practices)
Royal Dutch Shell plc is a global company, and relocating employees is an important way to transfer knowledge and skills and to develop staff. Shell strives to ensure that all […]