Our Coalition Partners

Our coalition partners share a deep-rooted commitment to diversity and inclusion in their own workplaces, and they are concerned about the spread of anti-LGBT+ policies in many countries in which they operate. By joining Open For Business, they have demonstrated that they are serious about taking action on LGBT+ inclusion globally.

Accenture's purpose is to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity and our commitment to our people, clients and communities is to accelerate equality for all. Our purpose and our commitment drives our innovation agenda, helps us deliver 360 value, and ensures we act as a responsible business leader. It enables us to attract, develop, inspire and reward top talent. And it creates an environment that unleashes innovation, allows our people to perform at their very best and underpins a culture in which everyone feels they have an equal opportunity to belong and build a career. This commitment starts at the top with our chair and chief executive officer and Board. And we expect leaders at all levels to help create and sustain a culture of equality where everyone can advance and thrive.

At ABB, we are committed to solving some of the biggest global challenges of our time. This is only possible through our exceptional people who work every day, towards this endeavour. A culture of diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity is critical to our business success and makes us stronger. At ABB we strive for a culture where individual differences are not only welcomed but celebrated.

As a global company, it is vital to our success that our employees are as diverse as the customers and communities we serve. American Express has built a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace, and we foster a culture where differences are valued and expressed freely and all employees have the support they need to take risks, learn, and collaborate.

 

Big ambitions, big ideas, big opportunities. AT&T is a place where people from all walks of life and all kinds of backgrounds have the support they need to break down barriers and move our world forward. Each day, more than 280,000 of us bring our unique perspectives, skills and ideas to our work—so that together, we can lead the way toward a brighter future for everyone.

At BCG, we’re passionate about diversity. It is fundamental to our success that we accept, value, and incorporate the contribution of people from a wide variety of backgrounds. Diversity of thought, expertise, experience, and background is crucial to creating an environment in which creative tensions exist and new ideas emerge.

Our leadership is committed to making BD the best possible place for talented people to work by driving inclusion and diversity as a cultural and strategic imperative across the company.

We value and respect diversity: to succeed in a dynamic industry, we have created a work environment where all associates can be their true selves. Our people reflect the communities we live and work in, the customers and patients we serve, and our broad range of thought and experience. Their diversity is an integral part of our success.

 
 

Our philosophy of working as One BlackRock is at the core of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across every level of our firm and within every region and country we operate – across gender, race, ethnicity, disability and veteran status, among others. At BlackRock, DEI is a business imperative. We know that a diverse workforce is indispensable to our creativity and success. It’s how we answer the biggest questions and solve the toughest problems. An inclusive, equitable environment makes us thrive. It enables us to draw on expertise and unique experiences from across the firm and bring out the best in each other.

At Brunswick we believe that businesses must deliver social value alongside financial value, and that global businesses are in a position to drive progress – demonstrating how open, diverse and inclusive workplaces are good for business, good for employees and good for the economies in which they operate.

At C&A, we inspire everyone not just to look good, but to feel and do good too. We believe that equity and inclusion are essential for a fair and future-proof business. We are committed to building an inclusive organisation where everyone can become their best self. A workplace where all co-workers are heard and valued for their contributions and unique perspectives, whatever their identities and intersections among them. We stand in solidarity with the LGBTI+ community and support equal rights for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities at work and in society.

 

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. This can only be achieved by providing a workplace culture characterized by inclusive everyday behaviors and built on a foundation of respect and appreciation for diversity in all its forms.

We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results. Talent comes from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, beliefs, generations, backgrounds and experiences. We create respectful and inclusive environments where people can thrive. Inclusion and diversity help Deutsche Bank strengthen relationships with our clients, our partners, and the communities in which we operate. 

At DLA Piper, our Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) mission is to emerge as a leader through insight, innovation, diversity and inclusion. We put our people first as we work to deliver excellence in service to our clients.

We accomplish this by integrating our goals and concepts into the way in which the firm manages its people and business.

 
 

Inclusion & Diversity is a business imperative for Dow and is not only the right thing to do, but it’s the smart thing to do. We are striving to create an environment where every employee is respected and valued and has an equal opportunity to develop, advance and be heard.

Empowering employees and promoting fair employment practices across our business has always been a key focus area. We are committed to supporting diversity, ensuring equal opportunities and nurturing and rewarding talent.

At EY, our diverse, inclusive and borderless teams are key to delivering exceptional client service and meeting our clients’ specific needs in their local markets. As a global organization, adding differing voices and viewpoints helps make sure we don’t stifle creativity and lose our competitive advantage.

At Google we believe that inclusion and diversity is good business, and so we work hard to ensure we have a culture that welcomes everyone. We oppose all laws that enable or encourage discrimination and we’ve been steadfast in our efforts to eliminate discrimination against the LGB&T community.

 

We do not think about inclusion and diversity as a project to be managed, an initiative or an awareness campaign. One of our core values is Respect for People and we aim to put inclusion and diversity at the heart of everything we do, making it part of the fabric of our company. By creating an environment where everyone’s voice is heard and each person is able to achieve their full potential, we believe we will perform better as a company.

HSBC is a proud and active supporter of customers and colleagues across the broad spectrum of diversity of sexuality and gender identity. We assess our achievements and progress on LGBT+ equality against the 10 areas of employment policy and practice set out in the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index.

IBMers around the world work in an environment where diversity—including diversity of thought—is the norm. Our diversity is reflective of the global marketplace and is integral to our corporate character. We believe it’s what we do together that sets us apart.

 

At Inditex we are firmly committed to cultivate and preserve a strong culture of diversity, inclusion and collaboration. With more than 150,000 employees and over 7,000 stores throughout the world, we continuously seek for talent with a respectful and passionate approach towards responsible fashion. We highly value each individual’s contribution and strive to create a work environment in which we celebrate and encourage freedom of expression and individuality.

At IKEA, you’re welcome no matter where you come from, what you believe, what you look like and who you like to snuggle up in front of the TV with. We don’t even care how you organise your kitchen cupboards. We’re interested in you simply because you’re you. Our aim is to create a fully inclusive work environment and to provide equal opportunities for everyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

JPMorgan Chase is working to drive a diverse and inclusive culture for our employees and our business. Through ongoing investments, business initiatives and philanthropic commitments, we aim to help employees, customers, clients and communities grow and thrive sustainably—with opportunity for all.

JPMorgan Chase’s Office of LGBT+ Affairs partners closely with stakeholders across the firm to promote intersectionality and leverage our combined resources to deliver equity and inclusion for the LGBT+ community worldwide. We stand proud with the LGBT+ community, today and every day.

“Together, we can promote equality and better serve the LGBT+ community when they need it most."

 
 

We’re committed to building a diverse organisation with a unique sense of belonging to reach and inspire every child in the world.

We work with a broad definition of diversity, from gender, ethnicity, background and experience to other dimensions such as lifestyle and family responsibilities. Our goal is to increase the representation of all dimensions to reflect the increasingly diverse and global marketplace we operate in.

Diversity depends on inclusion. Inclusion starts with creating a safe space and helping everyone be seen, heard, valued and respected. The more inclusive we are, the better we will be at developing and empowering everyone to contribute at their full potential.

At LinkedIn our long-term vision is to create economic opportunity for the global workforce, and inclusion and diversity are key to making this happen. We want to challenge each other to make the world in which we work a more inclusive place.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture is a key business challenge. Being a global organisation means much more than having offices around the world. If we are to be the leading global law firm, we have to have a team that reflects the cultures and values of the communities in which we work.

 

L’Oréal is committed to achieve gender equity at all levels and functions of the company; contribute to the establishment of more inclusive environments in favor of the LGBTQIA+ community everywhere in the world; engage against any type of harassment or violence, particularly sexual harassment and gender-based violence.

We believe diversity of thought and talent is the heart of innovation. Our inclusive culture is about more than simply having a diverse workforce. It’s about using our employees’ diverse experiences and perspectives to drive real business impact and make meaningful contributions to society.

Diversity and inclusion is not a program at McKinsey, it’s not an effort or a department. It’s who we are and what we respect. At McKinsey, much of our days are spent in teams—it’s a big part of our culture. We’ve learned that the recipe for a successful team includes lots of different people, perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

 
 

At Microsoft our vision is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to do more and achieve more, so we strive to create an environment that help us leverage the diversity of our people to generate ideas and solutions to meet the needs of our increasingly global and diverse customer base. We are widely recognized as a pioneer in the area of diversity and were one of the first global companies to include sexual orientation in its corporate non-discrimination policy.

The importance we place on inclusion has been recognised worldwide. LGBT+ charity Stonewall put us in the top five of its UK Workplace Equality index and listed us as one of its Top Global Employers 2020, and in Australia we have been recognised for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Australian Workplace Equality Index. We’ve also secured 11th place in the Financial Times Diversity Leaders 2020 annual report, been recognised in The Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2021, and have several other awards that acknowledge our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

At Prosus, our people are at the heart of our business. We believe diversity in our teams and thinking delivers better outcomes for all. We work hard to build a culture where everyone’s welcome and encouraged to contribute. We create supportive and flexible environments so we can perform at our best. Our views and ideas are considered, and our professional growth is supported. We’re empowered to make decisions about our work because we’re trusted to do a great job. We value each other.

 

At PwC, we respect and value differences. We know that when people from different backgrounds and with different points of view work together, we create the most value – for our clients, our people and society. PwC is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed in achieving his or her personal and professional goals. An inclusive workplace enables us to embrace the diversity and richness of backgrounds and perspectives of our people, and to leverage their diverse talents to arrive at winning business solutions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity, and we prohibit discrimination. We recruit, hire, develop, promote, discipline and provide conditions of employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or any other category protected by law.

Cultivating an environment at Sidley where every person can be the most genuine version of themselves is integral to the quality of legal services we provide to our global client base. The most creative, intellectually successful teams perform best when they encompass diversity of thought, approach, ability, and knowledge. To that end, we bring inclusive teams to our client relationships and diversity partnerships for the widest perspectives and most compelling legal strategies.

Sidley is able to thrive, in no small part, due to our commitment to diversify our ranks, build an inclusive and welcoming culture, and foster inclusion and collegiality within the greater legal profession.

 

Our approach to diversity and inclusion is fundamental to who we are as an organisation, and a key aspect of our brand promise, Here for good. As an international bank, we have a naturally diverse workforce. This provides us with a strong competitive advantage, enabling us to understand better the needs of those who bank with us.

Too many people are denied opportunities. Too many people are excluded and under-represented simply because of who they are.

The system isn't working – so we need to change it. That means going further than ever to break down barriers and create opportunities in our workplaces, our supply and distribution chains, and in society at large.

This will not only help build a fairer world, it will strengthen our business.

We’re committed to ensuring that Virgin is an inclusive place to work, where differences are celebrated and our people can be themselves and feel at “home” at Virgin. We recognize that an inclusive culture that brings together the right group of people who mirror the wonderful diversity of our world and who can promote diversity of thought is good for business. We have the desire to make a positive difference to people’s lives through changing business for good, so we create an environment where all people can thrive – because of who they are, not in spite of it.

 

Wabtec is a diversified, global leader in equipment, components, services, software and systems for the transportation industry. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company is paving the way in safety, efficiency, reliability and productivity