Great piece on the importance of LGBTIQ+ role models in leadership by Pim Blom in Volkskrant (Dutch daily) today:
How Anti-LGBT Laws Are Bad for Economies
Important piece by TIME, citing research findings by M. V. Lee Badgett and Philip R. Crehan among others. In the article, it is explained that anti-LGBT policies can dent economies. Research has found anti-LGBT laws and discrimination to cost as much as 1% of a country’s gross domestic product.
“We definitely still see an association between more inclusive laws, more inclusive attitudes towards LGBT people and having a stronger economy.”
📖 Read the full article on the TIME website.
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LGBTIQ+ Workplace Inclusion Symposium on September 15, 2023
Registration is now open for the 2023 LGBTIQ+ Workplace Inclusion Symposium!
Unlock the power of inclusivity at this year’s LGBTIQ+ Workplace Inclusion Symposium, featuring keynote presentations by Teri Kirby (Purdue University, USA) and myself (Leiden University), delving into the latest cutting-edge research on LGBTIQ+ inclusion.
Location: Telders Auditorium
Address: Rapenburg 73, Leiden
Date: September 15th, 2023
Doors open: 10:00 - 10:30
Symposium: 10:30 - 12:00
Coffee & Tea: 12:00 - 13:00
View the full program here and register for the symposium here. The symposium is open to academics and practioners, and is a collaboration between Prof. Dr. Jojanneke van der Toorn and Academia@Workplace Pride.
Celebrate Non-Binary Day of Awareness!
Happy non-binary day of awareness! No inclusion without the room for authenticity.
Navigating the Workplace as a non-binary person can be challenging yet empowering. Discover the triumphs and obstacles faced by Jan, Maja, and Jamie as they embrace their true selves at work. Read more at the Workplace Pride website.
© Workplace Pride
D&I Network Event organized by Bi+ and Prorail on August 3, 2023
Want to be among the first to hear what interesting insights our research on bi+ experiences at work has produced? Then come to the Bi+ Netherlands networking event at Prorail on August 3, 2023!
This networking event on LHBTI+ inclusion at work is organized by Bi+ Netherlands, together with ProRail, on Thursday 3 August from 3.30pm at the ProRail office in Amsterdam. The substantive program starts at 4pm and ends at 5.30pm. The event is aimed at D&I professionals, members of LHBTI+ networks and other interested parties. The event is a low-threshold way to learn how to make LHBTI+ as a theme familiar and natural in your organization. During the networking event, you will learn more about the challenges LHBTI+ employees face and can ask questions about LHBTI+ inclusion to advocacy organizations.
Please visit our website to find more information and to register for the event.
© Bi+
Prism of Progress: Shining Light on LGBTQ+ Rights and Struggles
The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (SPSSI) has launched a Virtual Series showcasing papers on a society-relevant topic and included our article on reducing blatant and subtle sexual orientation- and gender identity prejudice in its inaugural issue Prism of Progress: Shining Light on LGBTQ+ Rights and Struggles.
Wiley, SPSSI's journal publisher, has unlocked all of the papers in this VSI through September 30 so you can read the papers in full, for free!
Workplace Pride Conference | Interview
My two cents on what areas of research warrant more attention, shared during the recent Workplace Pride conference in Utrecht.
Curious? Watch the interview and other video contributions!
Research on Diversity at the Zuidas
FD conducted research on (binary) gender diversity at the Zuidas. Unfortunately, the results were disappointing, despite the efforts of many of these organizations. Men still call the shots at the Zuidas, while there is really no shortage of female recruitment. Thus, despite all promises and efforts, diversity at the top of major law and accountancy firms remains a challenge.
I recommend further research on the implemented D&I policy and perceived inclusion in the workplace and cordially invite all organizations to an introductory meeting with the Netherlands Inclusivity Monitor (NIM).
✒️ Joris Polman en Lisa van der Velden
🎨 Monique Wijbrands
📣 Kyra van Hinsberg, Annemarie de Bourbon de Parme, Maartje Laterveer and me
📊 Erwin Hoekstra
👨🏻💻 Dirk van der Straaten
© Het Financieele Dagblad
COST Action LGBTI+ Social and Economic (In)Equalities | Stakeholders Meeting
Under the umbrella of COST Action LGBTI+ Social and Economic (In)Equalities, my collaborators are organizing a Stakeholders' Meeting, strategically scheduled just ahead of the EuroPride Human Rights Conference in Malta. The aim is to bring together up to 50 participants from diverse sectors, including civil society organizations, trade unions, businesses, employees, academics, governments, politicians and policymakers. Individuals and organizations actively involved in addressing LGBTI+ workplace issues and familiar with the challenges faced by LGBTI+ individuals at work are invited to sign up (for free).
The challenge of combining care duties and employment
Important insights from my colleague Dr. Özge Bilgili’s work on the challenge of combining care duties and employment in academia, including helpful recommendations for next steps! Looking forward to seeing Utrecht University implement these. Made possible by the Utrecht Young Academy.
A supportive work environment for new academic parents, policies and provisions should:
1. Become more uniform and open
2. Account for career stages next to target groups
3: Focus on supporting teams as a whole
For more details, read the handout.
Handout Sleepless in Academia