The rating criteria currently used by the Corporate Equality Index, and how the criteria have evolved since 2002.
The employers that are currently rated have either chosen to participate in the survey, or have been actively rated by the HRC Foundation through independent research.
The HRC Foundation is committed to staying ahead of the curve on LGBT diversity initiatives by incrementally raising the bar on the criteria that are factored into the Index and providing the tools for employers to meet them.
Most businesses don’t experience negative backlash for their efforts. However, it is important to handle negative responses in a consistent and thorough manner. Stay on message: