The inaugural Diversity Champions celebration of Women's Day
The event was the first of its kind to celebrate lesbian, bisexual and trans (LBT) women in workplaces in Ireland. Our panellists discussed and reflected on their achievements and the unique challenges they've experienced as LBT women in the workplace. Read more.
Finding the best places to work in Ireland for LGBT employees
Representatives from companies employing over 500,000 people in Ireland attended the launch. The Index is now open for applications, closing date June 30th. The results will be announced at the Workplace Equality Index awards in September. Read more.
Our first networking evening of the year was a huge success
This was the minister's first official LGBT engagement since coming out as gay publicly in January. He spoke to our guests about the encouraging reactions he received from his colleagues in Leinster House. Read more.
The Yes Equality campaign for Civil Marriage Equality have put together a tool kit to help employees run Pledge to Vote events in their workplaces. The Yes Equality Action Pack includes posters, suggestions and materials for running your event, download your copy here.
Tech Giants and ICTU say 'Yes' to Marriage Equality
Some of Ireland's largest employers are urging support
Irish Congress of Trade Unions President John Douglas has announced that the organisation is calling for a 'Yes' vote in the forthcoming civil marriage equality referendum. Similarly, Irish based tech companies such as Microsoft and Twitter have strongly endorsed marriage equality.
New Diversity Champion Members
Over 76,000 people in Ireland work for a Diversity Champions company
We are delighted to welcome Dublin City Council, An Garda Síochána, The Probation Service and Vodafone. If you're interested in your company becoming a member of the Diversity Champions programme? Click here to find out more.
Promote Your LGBT Workplace Event
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