Due to the numerous barriers that the LGBTQI+ community often face, HR teams must go beyond policies and procedures to ensure their employees are kept feeling supported.

After several years of employment with Astellas US Technologies, Ellis Kiper recently decided to openly announce their transition. Ellis generously shares this experience with WORK180 and reveals how companies can help LGBTQI+ employees feel supported.

As an employer, do you know what your LGBTQI+ employees need from you to feel safe, secure, and supported in the workplace?

From how companies can attract and nurture LGBTQI+ employees, to the special moment his Discover team made him feel truly supported, the interview is an insightful read for all employers and colleagues wanting to be true allies. Thanks, Chris!

Andy Rubinson is the Sr. Director of Product Strategy at SAP. He is also the Co-Lead of Pride@SAP North America, a chapter of the global employee network of more than 8,000 LGBTQI+ and non-LGBTQI+ employees.

What makes a positive workplace in which LGBTQI+ employees can truly thrive? We reached out to Tyrone Webb Jr. to learn from his experience at SAP SuccessFactors — a workplace actively providing support to their employees and allies around the world.