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The Equality Act 2010 prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation (heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality) or gender reassignment. You decide what information to share during the recruitment process, and you shouldn't be asked about your sexual identity in interviews. Whether to challenge assumptions is your choice. If you're unsure how to discuss your involvement in LGBTQ+ student societies or activism, you can book an appointment with a careers advisor on My Career Enriched. 

  • How to find LGBTQ+ Positive Employers

     

    When reviewing vacancies, assess the company's commitment to inclusivity. Check the language used on their website and in recruitment materials; gender-neutral language can indicate a trans-positive environment. If you're planning to transition, we recommend discussing it with your employer for support. However, it's entirely your personal choice. 

    • Inclusive companies: challenges the lack of diverse representation within UK based organisations and ranks the top 50 most inclusive ones. 
    • LGBT+jobs.co.uk : jobs board for LGBT positive employers. 
    • National Student Pride: runs the UK’s largest LGBT+ student recruitment fair. 
    • Proud Employers: jobs board for LGBT+ inclusive employers. 
    • Stonewall maintains a list of top 100 inclusive employers and campaigns for the equality of LGBTQ+ people across the UK.  They work with institutions to create inclusive and accepting cultures and has a useful information and advice section. 
    • myGwork - The LGBTQ+ Business Community myGwork is the Global Networking Hub and Job board for LGBTQ+ Professionals & Students.
  • Internships and Work Experience

     

    • Divercity in Law: helps LGBTQ+ pursue a legal career in the City 
    • GAY TIMES: FUTURE NOW — runs an internship programme which supports the writing careers of LGBTQ+ people 
    • Spectra — offers volunteering opportunities for people of trans experience 
    • LGBT Jobs — lists internship and voluntary opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals 
    • Consortium — lists internship and voluntary opportunities for LGBTQ+ people
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