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Global Workplace Equality Index

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The definitive benchmarking tool for global LGBT workplace equality, designed to meet the specific needs of multinational organisations.

Global Workplace Equality Index

In more than half the world, LGBT people may not be protected by workplace law.

LGBT people face discrimination in every country, and same-sex relationships are criminalised in more than 70. This poses serious legal, ethical and practical challenges to global employers.

The Global Equality Index is free to enter and is open to any multinational organisation, enabling them to navigate these challenges and make progress towards LGBT equality, no matter where in the world they operate. Participating organisations are invited to tell us about their work against a range of criteria. Each section helps organisations to self-assess their progress and identify priorities.

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2022 submissions

Last year, due to the challenges many employers are faced in immediate response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we decided not to run the 2021 Global Workplace Equality Index.

We are delighted to confirm that the 2022 Global Workplace Equality Index will open for submissions in November 2021. Get in touch to find out how we can support you to prepare for your next submission.

Key dates:

17 November 2021 – submissions open
22 March 2022 (11.59pm GMT) – submissions close
July 2022 – Top Global Employers and Gold, Silver and Bronze Employer Awards are announced

Key benefits of taking part

What participants say

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Vodafone

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We want our LGBT+ colleagues to know they can be themselves and take this energy and passion to the communities and customers we serve. Our employees have been passionately and actively engaged in our LGBT inclusion agenda and this is fantastic recognition for all the efforts of our colleagues worldwide.

Ronald Schellekens Group HR Director

Why participate?

Assess your work

Participating helps you to assess your organisation's achievements and progress on LGBT equality across your global operations - ensuring LGBT inclusion is embedded in every country and region.

Receive recognition

High-performing organisations will be celebrated as Top Global Employers and could receive a number of additional awards.

Show your commitment

Taking part is a great way to show your commitment to the new UN Standards of Conduct for business on tackling discrimination against LGBTI people. Even if you've completed our Workplace Equality Index, the scope of the Global Index gives you a chance to assess your progress on LGBT inclusion in your workplaces around the world. You can also compare your performance with other global organisations.

Build an action plan

Stonewall Global Diversity Champion members receive in-depth tailored feedback from our experts and taking part is completely free.

More information

Download our booklet to discover 10 key reasons why you should take part.