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LGBTIQA+ Inclusion

The RED Framework supports the creation of positive, respectful, supportive and fair work environments where employee differences are respected, valued and utilised to create productive and collaborative workplaces.

LGBTIQA+ is respectfully being used as an umbrella term inclusive of people of diverse sex, gender, variations of sex characteristics or sexual orientation.It stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, queer, asexual, aromantic and agender people. By including the plus sign, we also include people who are pansexual, non-binary, gender diverse, and remain open to more identities, expressions and experiences. It is crucial to recognise that there is no single experience or narrative that captures what it means to be part of the LGBTIQA+ communities. The terms we use provide a common language, but they cannot encompass the full breadth and complexity of individual identities and experiences

Inclusion is a natural part of our journey under RED, because we know that inclusive work practices in any form, whether it be for LGBTIQA+, the culturally and linguistically diverse, or another cohort, contribute to positive cultures. We also know that diverse organisations with inclusive work practices generate creative and innovative ideas and processes, and that there are improved levels of employee engagement in such organisations.