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Workplace Pride

International platform for LGBTIQ+ inclusion at work. International platform for LGBTIQ+ inclusion at work

22/05/2026

Workplace Pride, together with Erasmus University Rotterdam and our Academic Community, proudly launched the QPOC Vision Paper on Intersectional Workplace Inclusion.

The event brought together researchers, community leaders, professionals, students, and inclusion advocates to explore how organisations can move beyond intention and take meaningful action toward inclusion, belonging, and representation.

Through powerful discussions, lived experiences, research insights, and collaborative dialogue, one message became clear: intersectional inclusion cannot be an afterthought — it must be embedded into leadership, policy, and workplace culture.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this important conversation and helped create a space for openness, learning, and connection.

Christine Holtkamp Alex (Yu-Cheng) Huang Mira Moussa David Pollard Mauricio Rojas Durand Maral Arikan Prof. Dr. Jojanneke van der Toorn

Read the full event recap and discover the key insights from the QPOC Vision Paper launch here: https://lnkd.in/edDRuY4U

07/05/2026

How do we move from performative inclusion to real intersectional change in the workplace? Join us on Thursday, 21 May 2026, for the launch of the Workplace Pride Q***r People of Colour (QPOC) Vision Paper at Erasmus University College in Rotterdam.

Developed through a collaboration between Erasmus University researchers and Workplace Pride members, the paper explores the lived experiences, challenges, strengths, and perspectives of QPOC professionals in the workplace.

We are also honoured to welcome keynote speaker Shari Jae Ebere.
Born in Biafra, Nigeria, and brought to the Netherlands as a refugee during the civil war, Shari brings a powerful perspective shaped by her experiences as a transgender woman of colour, disability advocate, workplace resilience trainer, and Chair of Trans United Europe.

The event will explore:
• Leadership representation
• Community and belonging
• Inclusive policy design
• What organisations can do to create meaningful intersectional inclusion

This launch is an opportunity to connect, learn, reflect, and contribute to shaping workplaces where inclusion becomes reality. This event is open to everyone. You do not need to identify as QPOC to attend — allies are warmly welcome.
📍 Erasmus University College, Rotterdam
📅 Thursday, 21 May 2026
Register Today: https://lnkd.in/eZawQ3z2

04/05/2026

Today, we remember.

Leon Pieters, Board Member and Mauricio Rojas, Event Manager laying a wreath at the Homomonument, beside the Westerkerk in Amsterdam — a powerful moment of reflection for the LGBTIQ+ lives lost during World War II.

Thousands were persecuted, imprisoned, and murdered simply for who they were.

This annual memorial is not just about the past.
It asks you to look at the present.

Where do we stand today?
Who in our community still feels unsafe, unheard, or unseen?

Remembrance must lead to action.
Solidarity must be visible.
And resilience must be shared.

Stand together. Speak up. Protect each other.

We remember. Always.

EqualityMatters HumanRights StandTogether Amsterdam Q***rHistory Resilience Community

30/04/2026

Join us for the launch of the Workplace Pride Q***r People of Colour (QPOC) Vision Paper.

This paper brings together research and real experiences from QPOC employees. It offers clear insights into what inclusion actually looks like in practice—and where organisations still fall short.

📅 Thursday, 21 May 2026
📍 Erasmus University College, Rotterdam

What you will gain:
• A deeper understanding of intersectional challenges in the workplace
• Real perspectives from QPOC professionals
• Practical insights on leadership, belonging, and policy design

At the event, you will:
• Hear key research findings
• Listen to lived experiences from the community
• Take part in discussions focused on action

This is not just a launch.
It’s a moment to reflect, challenge assumptions, and rethink how your organisation approaches inclusion.

Ask yourself:
Are your current policies truly inclusive—or just well-intended?
Who is still not being heard in your workplace?
Connect with peers. Exchange ideas. Leave with clarity on what needs to change.
👉 Secure your spot before 14 May, and register today. (Seating is limited so do not delay.)

30/04/2026

Workplace Pride hosted its first conference in Brazil 🇧🇷 in São Paulo, bringing together business leaders, government, and civil society for a focused day on urgency and action.
Key highlights:
Inclusion framed as responsibility, not intention
Strong call for government and business collaboration
Clear gap identified between policy and lived employee experience
Fragmented approaches still slowing real progress in many organisations
Across discussions, a consistent picture emerged:
Policies exist, but are not consistently implemented
Leadership accountability remains uneven
Measurement and impact tracking are still underused
Trans inclusion requires urgent, coordinated action
A central message was clear:
Inclusion is not a “soft” topic — it directly drives performance, innovation, and retention.
Breakout sessions focused on practical action:
Measuring meaningful KPIs for inclusion
Building trans-inclusive workplace practices
The role of allies and visible role models
Strengthening collaboration between business and civil society
Diplomatic voices reinforced that even in a rapidly changing world, human connection, empathy, and dialogue remain essential.
Closing message:
Inclusion must move from statements to measurable action — and from intention to impact.
Question for you:
Where is the biggest gap in your organisation right now — policy, leadership, or ex*****on?

30/04/2026

Community Update! Young@Workplace Pride board hosted a powerful and inspiring book interview with journalist and author Pim Blom 🏳️‍🌈, who joined us online from Hanoi to talk about his new book Through the Rainbow Ceiling (“Door het regenboogplafond”).

In this interview, Pim explores why a “rainbow ceiling” still exists in many workplaces today. He interviewed fifteen LGBTIQ+ leaders across business and government, uncovering honest, sometimes vulnerable stories about authenticity, leadership, and navigating environments that aren’t always inclusive.

During our conversation, Pim shared what struck him most while writing the book: the gap between the 18% of LGBTIQ+ people in society and the fewer than 1% represented in top leadership roles — and what organisations stand to gain when more q***r leaders can rise without barriers.

Our mentors and mentees reflected on the qualities LGBTIQ+ leaders bring to the table: empathy, resilience, perspective‑taking, and a deep understanding of inclusion.

A big thank you to Pim Blom for his openness, his storytelling, and for challenging us to think differently about representation and leadership.
Let’s keep breaking ceilings!
Sanne Brons Christine Holtkamp Maral Arikan Ivan Katsarev Veronique Klaassen Rick van Dael

30/04/2026

Recently Workplace Pride’s Director of Programming, Yuli Kim, was in Tokyo connecting with Workplace Pride members Randstad Japan, Dow Japan, McKinsey Tokyo, and the Dutch Embassy Japan—and what an inspiring experience it was!
The meetings explored inclusion, leadership, and the evolving role of organizations in creating truly inclusive workplaces for LGBTIQ+ professionals. The energy, openness, and commitment of our members in Japan was incredible—reminding us of the power of cross-cultural collaboration.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who met with Yuli—your passion for inclusion drives meaningful change, not just in your organizations, but across industries globally.
We look forward to building on these conversations and strengthening our LGBTIQ+ community in Japan and beyond.
+ DiversityAndInclusion Tokyo CrossCultural InclusiveWorkplaces

24/04/2026

We came together for the Workplace Pride Annual Members’ Meeting and New Year’s Reception, lat January hosted by ING in Amsterdam. Together with our members, we:

Reflected on what we achieved in 2025
Opened up honest conversations about the current DEI landscape
Looked ahead to our priorities for 2026
We were proud to hear from:
Michiel Kolman 🏳️‍🌈 Koolman, Workplace Pride Co-Chair
Joyce Kuiper, Global Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at ING
David Pollard, Executive Director, Workplace Pride

And from our panelists:
Joyce Kuiper ING Nederland
Yuli Kim (she/her), Director of Programming & Learning & Development, Workplace Pride
Dave Heilbron, Head of Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding, BAM Nederland
And all our volunteers from the Rainbow Lions who made it happen!

What stood out most was your commitment.
Across sectors and regions, you continue to lead by example in building workplaces where LGBTIQ+ people can truly be themselves.
📸 Event photos are now online here: https://lnkd.in/g5KTja_f
🎬 Watch our 2025 wrap-up video that captures the impact of last year below!

The full recording will be made available to members shortly. Take a moment
and ask yourself: how will you help move inclusion forward in 2026?

Technical support was provided by the team from AVEX NL

If you are interested in becoming a member of Workplace Pride in 2026, please contact [email protected]

25/11/2025

The toolkit covers private and public care, as well as mental health resources for trans and non-binary people. Read 👉 buff.ly/lBgA8fu

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