LGBTI+ Inclusion

LGBTI+ Inclusion

We are proud employers of LGBTI+ staff and aim to foster a supportive and inclusive culture where our people can bring their whole self to work, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Our LGBTI+ network "Spectrum" supports the firm's LGBTI+ population and works to raise awareness of issues relevant to and affecting the wider LGBTI+ community. The network actively welcome LGBTI+ members and allies from across the firm.

We celebrate LGBTI+ days of significance such as Wear It Purple Day, Pride Month and IDAHOBIT, adopted a Gender Affirmation policy, have launched a LGBTI+ Inclusive Language Glossary, participate in annual benchmarking through Australian Workplace Equality Index and deliver regular LGBTI+ Workplace Awareness and Ally training.  

LGBTI+ support and resources

LGBTI+ Inclusive Language Glossary

As part of our commitment to further raising awareness and understanding of LGBTI+ issues outlined in our latest Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan, Spectrum, the firm's LGBTI+ network, has published a short guide to LGBTI+ terminology. While this guide aims to be informative and an everyday point of reference, it is by no means exhaustive, and fully acknowledges that there will be regional variations across the Ashurst community.

Proactive Ally Guide

As a global firm Ashurst operates not only across a diverse range of jurisdictions and cultures, but has an equally diverse array of people working side by side within each office. For everyone to feel truly comfortable, respected and able to bring their whole self to work, we all need to play our part in creating an inclusive and supportive environment.