Ad Industry Action
for LGBTQ+ Inclusion

BE EQUITABLE

Equality is a start but being equitable with our fellow LGBTQ+ workers is critical. Knowing the difference and creating equity is key to an open, inclusive and safe culture.

Ideas for Action

1

Provide equitable employee benefits, taking into account specific needs for LGBTQ+ workers, including  healthcare, retirement, insurance, etc.

2

Ensure equitable hiring practices by actively seeking out LGBTQ+ candidates by using diverse recruiting platforms, using inclusive language in job descriptions and while interviewing candidates.

3

Provide LGBTQ+ training and education for all employees and celebrate LGBTQ+ history and events.

4

Recognize important dates in the LGBTQ+ calendar, such as Pride Month, International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, National Coming Out Day, International Transgender Day of Visibility, etc.

5

Make company social events safe, inclusive and welcoming.

6

Provide gender-neutral bathrooms.

7

Provide LGBTQ+ career sponsors for LGBTQ+ employees to foster career progression and reduce feelings of only-ness.

8

Don’t put LGBTQ+ inclusiveness program responsibility only on LGBTQ+ workers.