Our LGBTI+ and Ally Network
When we can be who we are at work, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.
We’re building a culture where everyone belongs and is given equal choice and opportunity, regardless of their background or identity.
It's one thing for a business to change its logo rainbow once a year, but it’s another when they work all year round to support and celebrate diversity across policy, culture and leadership.
Lisa Walton, StandOUT Pillar Leader, Head of Experience
Taking action
StandOUT: Deloitte’s LGBTI+ and Ally Network
StandOUT is our group of LGBTI+ ‘out’ role models from a range of business units who contribute to our LGBTI+ inclusion strategy. Our initiatives support our overall goal of creating an inclusive environment where all our people feel respected, valued and included.
During the year, we celebrate days of significance like 12 Days of StandOUT, International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), and Wear It Purple Day.
Teaming up with Sydney WorldPride (SWP) and Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
As the first company to come on board as part of a three-year commitment, we see our partnership as a way of doing what we believe in to have the greatest impact possible.
Read more about Our partnership with Sydney WorldPride and Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.
SWP Human Rights Conference
As a part of Sydney World Pride, we played our part in raising awareness of the human rights issues facing LGBTQIA+ communities. We also created the Wonderful, Proud and Free report, which outlines the benefits of LGBTQ+ inclusive workplaces, using findings from the Australian Workplace Equality Index 2022 national employee survey,
Read more about Our Wonderful, Proud and Free report.
Human Rights Conference Executive Breakfast
Watch our fireside chat, hosted by Deloitte CEO Adam Powick with Special Envoy to the US for LGBT+ Human Rights Jessica Stern and UK Prime Minister's Special Envoy on LGBT+ Rights Lord Nick Herbert.
Our gender affirmation policy
We want our people to feel valued, supported and safe. We're creating awareness by celebrating days of significance, such as International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT).
We have guidelines for team members affirming their gender and additional leave to offer them during this process. And we upskill coaches on supporting team members through this process to enable the best support possible.
Partnerships
Annual Workplace Equality Index – Pride in Diversity
Deloitte is an employer of choice for LGBTI+ Inclusion, having achieved Platinum Employer Status through the Pride in Diversity Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). This official recognition comes as a result of achieving 4 golds within the last five consecutive years.
Authentic Leadership Program
Inspiring future LGBTI+ leaders at Deloitte to fulfill their true potential — at work and beyond.
