New analysis from INvolve shows LGBTQ+ representation among FTSE 100 and Fortune 100 CEOs has improved since 2015, but inclusion progress risks reversal amid political and corporate pushback.
The report, carried out by LGBT Great, found that 75% of employees said visible allyship from senior leaders was important.
67% of LGBTQ+ respondents said they had not experienced discrimination at work, but 38% still reported facing microaggressions.
The University of Surrey and the RVC study found that 55.4% of veterinary professionals had either experienced or seen discrimination.
In response to the funding cut, organisers have announced a major fundraising drive beginning at Redhills, Durham Miners’ Hall, on the 5th of September.
The survey found over a third of respondents (35%) experienced social exclusion or hostility from colleagues or management due to their beliefs.
Simon Blake OBE said: “Proud Employers will support workplaces in LGBTQ+ inclusion and enable them to demonstrate their commitment.”
The warning comes as TUC analysis found over half a million (558,500) LGBT+ people have faced bullying, discrimination and harassment at work.
Marko Feulner said: “This reflects the incredible work our employee network does in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves."
Adrien and Pierre Gaubert said: “This latest investment and the addition of exceptional leadership talent demonstrates myGwork’s resilience and continued success."
The group was formed in response to the increasing influence of external organisations promoting ‘equality index’ schemes.
More than one in four (26%) LGBTQ+ people experienced verbally abusive conduct from customers or clients because of their identity.