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This International Women's Day, I had the privilege of conducting a session on the Intersection of Disability and Gender for three leading corporate firms: PolyRub Cooper Standard FTS Pvt Ltd, Flash Electrical, and Sigma Engineered Solutions. During these sessions, I illuminated how intersecting identities profoundly influence individuals' personal and professional experiences. To illustrate this concept, I shared my own experiences as a disabled woman and delved into how societal attitudes and systemic barriers contribute to the marginalization of women. The intersection of disability and gender often exacerbates challenges faced by individuals, highlighting the need for a proactive approach rooted in the social model of disability. Furthermore, I underscored the urgent need for workplaces to prioritize reasonable adjustments and inclusive hiring practices. It will improve the firm's reputation, as confirmed by recent research by Accenture, which shows that companies embracing disability inclusion tend to experience greater profitability. I'm so grateful for having such opportunities to amplify the need for accessibility and inclusivity in the corporate setting. Visual Description: Sharing a photo titled "Breaking Barriers to Building Bridges," capturing the essence of the session. Additionally, one can notice the anticipatory measures taken Sigma Engineered Solutions and Sayaji Hotels Ltd, Pune to ensure the accessibility of the venue. #inspireinclusion #internationalwomensday #insectionality #disability #gender #disabilityjustice

❓Is the market undervaluing LGBTQ+ leadership? ➡️ A new study featured by ESG Clarity suggests a resounding YES, revealing that companies led by LGBTQ+ executives outperform their peers by up to 1.08% monthly. // Here’s why this matters: 1. ✅ Hidden Gems: Discriminatory biases contribute to a ‘rainbow ceiling,’ obscuring the true value of LGBTQ+ led firms. These companies represent untapped investment opportunities with substantial returns. 2. ✅ Dual Promise: Beyond financial success, embracing LGBTQ+ leadership aligns with socially responsible investing. Doing well financially goes hand in hand with doing good socially, marking the golden grail of investment strategies. 3. ✅ Innovation Drivers: Diversity in leadership brings unique perspectives and backgrounds, fostering innovation. This is the secret sauce behind the outperformance of companies that prioritise inclusivity. The evidence is clear: It’s high time the investing industry enhances its approach to fully embrace the benefits of LGBTQ+ leadership. Let’s not just break the ‘rainbow ceiling’—let’s shatter it. https://lnkd.in/ePzEf_Ng LGBT Great | Thank you for your analysis Shreyas Dutta #MakingHistory #ProudWork #HistoryMonth #LGBTGreat

🌟 At the HR Conclave organized by ASSOCHAM (The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India), Mallika Sridhar, Regional Lead (South) - Corporate Affairs at Godrej Industries Group, shared the company's innovative DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) practices. At the event, Mallika discussed Godrej's comprehensive approach, including inclusive hiring practices, extensive employee resource groups, and progressive healthcare policies that cover gender affirmation surgeries and elder care. 🌈💼 Godrej Industries Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment, continuously improving representation and support for diverse groups within their workforce. 📹 Watch the video to hear more about these initiatives and Godrej's ongoing journey in DEI. How is your organization tackling DEI? What are some challenges and successes you've experienced? Let's engage in the comments below! 💬👇 #DiversityandInclusion #Equity #Inclusion #CorporateAffairs #Godrej #HRLeadership #HRConclave #DEIPractices #LGBTQ #HRDM #HRPolicies #HRM #CHRMP

We are incredibly excited to see the arrival of the Morningstar Developed Markets LGBTQ+ Leaders Index to the investment markets. This is a unique approach by Morningstar to develop a methodology that better measures and tracks an area of the market which has long needed more transparent data and measures. This new index helps address a gap that exists in socially focused indexes for investors interested in participating in investment opportunities focused on the LGBTQ+ community, whether for values-alignment or for investment opportunity.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) are often seen as complex or used interchangeably. At Impactree, we're simplifying these terms and shedding light on their true meaning. It's time to clear the confusion and explore how these vital concepts are sometimes misused as metrics in organizations. Join us in understanding DEI better and making it a meaningful part of our work. #DEI #Sustainability #Impactree #Leadership #Gender #Diversity #workplaceinclusivity #ESG Rajashri Sai Vivek Shankaranarayanan Ashlesha Kshirsagar Sridhar, Ramachandran Raghav Hariharasubramanian

Embracing your true colours with pride Back in the mid-2000s, there wasn’t much discussion about LGBTQ+ rights in India, nor much representation in popular culture beyond regretful stereotyping. Safe spaces were rare and opportunities to meet others in the community – fraught with risk. Most importantly, the law wasn’t on your side. This was Manoj’s world as he was coming to terms with his sexual orientation, while still being closeted to his loved ones, and like most in their 20s, facing increasing pressure to get married. Committing himself to work presented some solace, but there was a sinking feeling as no warm, human connections could be formed in a place where homophobic and intrusive behaviours were considered acceptable. Manoj eventually connected with Gay Bombay, an organisation that provides safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community to interact. For the first time, he was in a room full of others like him, and that’s what gave him the confidence to give life a try. Professionally, Manoj came to know of an opening at Deloitte in 2007. The organisation’s global reputation even back then, led him to believe that Deloitte would be a much more supportive workplace… and he was right. These were still early days and organisations did not have formal support systems for LGBTQ+ professionals. But small things matter too… like the absence of intrusive questions and unwelcome comments from colleagues. Manoj started coming out to his colleagues in 2015. He expected some adverse reactions and approached it with trepidation, but to his delight, the most popular response was, “So what?” Realising that being gay did not change how people at work treated him was a long-overdue sense of relief! Fast forward to June 2022. Manoj had risen through the ranks to become an Executive Director. He attended his first South Asia Partnership Meeting – an event with more than 500 leaders. Manoj came out as a gay man to this entire gathering, to show solidarity with Deloitte India strengthening its LGBTQIA+ inclusion measures. What followed was wholehearted support and genuine queries from colleagues as to what they can do to be better allies. His answer is simple… being gay is only one of the facets of Manoj Dimri just as being straight is for heterosexual people. Recognise that. Allyship can be boiled down to just one thing, be a good human being and treat others just as you want to be treated yourself. The Manoj at the start of this story would not have imagined how far his life would evolve. He and his life partner, Apekshit, have been together since 2010, and are proud pet parents to Vichy, their beloved French Bulldog. They actively work on several community events, as well as host periodic meets at their home, providing safe spaces for many in the queer community to express themselves. I have been truly inspired by Manoj Saraswathi Kasturirangan #lgbtqia #dei

𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗯𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴? 🌈 Rainbow washing is when organisations superficially show support for the LGBTQ+ community, without making real efforts to address issues or promote equality.   It's crucial to distinguish this hypocrisy from authentic advocacy. Amidst social media scrutiny, it's important to recognise that there are ethical brands genuinely dedicated to diversity…   Johanna Frösén, Associate Professor of Marketing at Aalto University School of Business points out, “Rainbow washing may contribute to carnivalisation of the LGBTQ+ community. In other words, it distances them from what is considered the every day normal.”   Sergey Gorbatov, Professor at Porto Business School and IE University, splits the problem into two distinct issues: one symbolic and the other reputational. On symbolism, he says, “The rainbow flag has a deep, personal meaning to many of those involved in the struggles around the stigmatisation, criminalisation, or medicalisation of homosexuality, anti-LGBTQ+ violence, and more.”   Regarding the reputational aspect, sporadic marketing campaigns could be detrimental to public perception of LGBTQ+ people, generate negative social media, and make people feel like they are being used.   𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗯𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴? 🔍   Rainbow washers use LGBTQ+ symbols or slogans superficially, without aligning with stated values, lacking diversity in leadership or workforce despite claims of inclusivity, and focusing on LGBTQ+ issues only around events like Pride month. Profit takes precedence over genuine support.   Tor Andreassen, Professor of Innovation at Norwegian School of Economics (NHH), explains, “There is frequently an absence of comprehensive, supportive workplace policies for LGBTQ+ employees, such as non-discrimination clauses and inclusive benefits.”   Visit Forbes below to discover more insights from these experts! ⏬   https://lnkd.in/eQtVx_36   The Wharton School, Falmouth University, Matt Symonds #Pride #LGBTQ #LGBTQsupport #Forbes

Companies committed to supply chain sustainability are well-versed in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within ESG risk management. But for the LGBTQ+ community, these concepts are crucial in their ongoing journey to contribute openly and overcome discrimination. Our latest Avetta blog post explores the benefits of understanding LGBTQ+ rights, implementing DEI policies, and mitigating ESG risk in supply chains. Discover how positive DEI metrics can enhance your supply chain sustainability and reduce ESG compliance risk. Learn to be an LGBTQ+ champion while strengthening your supplier network. #DEI #ESG #SupplyChainSustainability #PrideMonth

Women have power, women have a voice! 💪 Karolina Gebura-Nowak,CIA , Director of the People and Culture department for Poland & Baltics States and Member of the Management Board, emphasizes that women have superpowers that they utilize in their daily lives, balancing household and professional responsibilities or engaging in social activities 🔥 But what about the business aspect of female power? Our transformation at Philip Morris International from a tobacco producer to a tech company proves that power resides in everyone, regardless of gender. Equality in business is our goal! ...just so it's clear, these aren't just empty words. I emphasize that PMI, as the first company in Poland, has obtained the Equal Pay Certificate, eliminating wage differences. You can read the entire interview with Karolina 👇 #makehistory

🇧🇷 How does Brazil score on corporate gender equality? https://lnkd.in/ebJZt3y 🟠 In emerging markets, #Brazil sets an exemplary standard with 75% of companies requiring their suppliers to have an anti-sexual harassment policy. Coming second after India, 97% of the Brazilian companies we assessed publish an anti-sexual harassment policy for their own employees. 🟠 However, Brazilian companies lag behind in supplier diversity policies to procure from women-owned businesses — 0% compared to 7% in India and 50% in South Africa. 📊 Around 40 companies from Brazil made it into the brand-new Solactive AG Equileap index tracking companies with a gender lens to power responsible investing in emerging markets. 🏆 In Brazil, Lojas Renner S.A. is leading in corporate gender equality! Renata Faber, Marina Miquelini Filippe, Rodrigo Caetano, Naiara Bertão, Stela Campos, Luana Pavani, Fernanda de Almeida, Sérgio Vieira, Gabriela Caseff, Beatriz Capirazi, Talita Moreira, Ana Paula Pinho Candeloro, Denys Roman, Lana Pinheiro, Marta Viegas, Agnes Blanco Querido, José Ricardo Sasseron, Tarciana Paula Gomes Medeiros, Luciana Nicola, Alexandre Gazzotti, CGA, Nicholas McCarthy, Caio Andrade Cesar 🏳️🌈, Karen Hidalgo Daia, MSc, Isabella Pinheiro Lima, Luzia Hirata, Thays Rosini, ANDREA ROLIM, Arlane Gonçalves #GERR2024 #emergingmarkets #dataforequality #genderequality #responsibleinvestment #ESG #DEI