Workplace Equality
The nationally recognized voice on LGBTQ+ workplace equality. Partnering with employers to advance inclusion, share guidance, and set the standard for equitable workplaces.
For over three decades, HRC Foundation has led the push for workplace equality — from launching WorkNet in the 1990s to creating the Corporate Equality Index in 2002.
Since then, we've expanded into advisory support, training, and policy engagement, helping businesses drive measurable, accountable progress.
Central to our work is the Corporate Equality Index (CEI), the national benchmark for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion—trusted data and a clear roadmap for best-in-class policies.
Alongside it, we offer educational resources that help organizations build inclusive cultures and support LGBTQ+ employees.
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Our Resources
Our program offers educational resources to support employees in knowing your rights, and employers in building inclusive cultures for LGBTQ+ communities.
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Our Research
Based in data from our Corporate Equality Index - view our findings and recommendations that help organizations build more inclusive cultures.
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#workingpositively
The #workingpositively Pledge asks companies to commit to safe, supportive, and inclusive workplaces for people living with HIV and other chronic illnesses.
History of the Pledge
In 2019, as part of a campaign in Germany 100+ companies pledged to end workplace discrimination against employees living with HIV. In 2020, IBM, SAP and brought #workingpositively to the U.S. Years later, that commitment continues to grow across our corporate members.
• Fight stigma and promote open, respectful cooperation for people living with HIV and other chronic illnesses.
• Welcome employees living with HIV who can be open about their HIV status without fear of reprisal.
• Create opportunities for employees to engage with HIV services and community-based organizations.
• Honor privacy and never demand an HIV test during company medical examinations or ask an employee to disclose their HIV status.
• Promote my commitment internally with our employees and publicly share my organization’s commitment on social media.
TENT Partnership for Refugees
At the 2020 North American Business Summit on LGBTQ Refugees, HRC and Tent called on companies to support LGBTQ+ refugees. Together with trailblazing companies across the international workforce over 1,000 refugees were placed in mentorships.
Learn more about our partnership by visiting TENT’s website.
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