India’s 1st LGBT+ workplace equality index launched

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News: India’s 1st LGBT+ workplace equality index has been launched.

Facts:

  • India Workplace Equality Index: It is the country’s first comprehensive benchmarking tool for employers to measure their progress on LGBT+ inclusion at the workplace.
  • Launched by: It was launched by non-profit Keshav Suri Foundation, partnered with Pride Circle, Stonewall UK and FICCI.
  • Parameters: The index measures nine areas: policies and benefits, employee lifecycle, employee network group, allies and role models, senior leadership, monitoring, procurement, community engagement and additional work.
  • Winners: Twenty-one firms won under the gold category while 18 were placed under silver and 13 got bronze.
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