Workplace Culture, Leadership and Considerations for LGTBQ+ Inclusion

This presentation brings foundational knowledge of workplace equity, diversity and inclusion in support of Queer individuals working in the built environment professions. Industry research and examples are used to encourage colleagues to support Queer professionals through empathy, allyship and personal leadership.

The presentation is balanced, highlighting both challenges Queer professionals experience along with personal attributes that one develops from experiences of exclusion and adversity.

Learning Outcomes

• Increase knowledge of DEI terms and concepts that impact one’s daily work and leadership.

• Increase awareness of how many LGTBQ2S+ colleagues experience workplace culture and leadership.

• Provide practical approaches for individuals to demonstrate allyship for their LGTBQ2S+ colleagues.

• Motivate attendees to contribute to a more inclusive, equitable workplace and industry.

Russell‘s aim is to help businesses and professionals grow. He is founder of Framework Leadership, Pride Talks, and Leading Professionals.

Through advisory, training, and change management support he has supported architecture and interior design firms navigate change, improve workplace culture, and establish career pathways for employees - both in terms of succession and advancement, and in growing the business.

Apart from client work, he is active in the industry and often speaks for local and national organizations that support business and diversity within the professions.

Russell has a Master of Business Administration, bachelor of interdisciplinary leadership, and Certificates in leadership and inclusion.