Today, there are an estimated 45.4 million members of the LGBTIQA+ population in India. However, the business case for LGBTIQA+ inclusion is not evident for many organisations or appears to be an isomorphic fad. Studies on diversity and inclusion present three clear rationales for organisations to embrace LGBTIQA+ members into the workforce:1. By not being seen as inclusive, organisations could lose access to these significant consumer groups, which clearly does not make business sense.2. Therefore, legislation promoting equitable work environments and policies is also warranted.However, there are many challenges in building a truly LGBTIQA+ inclusive culture.

Source: Forbes June 06, 2024 07:14 UTC