New HRC Foundation Research Underscores Strength and Strain of Moment on LGBTQ+ Workers & Future Liability to Companies

"The data makes clear that many LGBTQ+ workers are feeling less safe and less certain about their place at work," said RaShawn Hawkins, SHRM-SCP, Senior Director of Workplace Equality at the HRC Foundation. "In that environment, the Corporate Equality Index is far more than a score on paper - it's a tool HR leaders rely on to navigate uncertainty, support LGBTQ+ workers, and communicate clearly at a time when employees are looking for signals they can trust. Our goal is to work in partnership with companies, and the CEI provides benchmarking, education, and resources that help employers strengthen workplace culture, build trust with their workforce, and compete for and retain top talent."