Fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment is the backbone of a successful HR department. Ensuring that every individual feels valued for who they are and free to express themselves in an environment free from discrimination will result in an engaged and motivated workforce. Sodexo has been working to achieve this through efforts such as; sponsoring an LGBT employee business resource group, providing equivalent spousal and same-sex partner benefits. The company also provides medical coverage for sex reassignment surgery, recognising sexual orientation and gender identity. Sodexo’s LGBT inclusion efforts have been recognised with a 100% rating on Human Rights Campaign’s 2014 Corporate Equality Index.
Paul Arkwright
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