Together in PRIDE: LGBTQA+ Support

Together in PRIDE: LGBTQA+ Support

Sodexo’s PRIDE network is committed to fostering an environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to be their authentic selves.

Find HR policies, support resources, and key events to connect with our community:

All are welcome! The mission of Sodexo Pride is to promote positive allies and visible role models to support LGBTQA+ inclusion within our workplaces, our organisation, and beyond! 

Sign up to the Sodexo Australia PRIDE Network Group to get involved, receive information, and be informed of upcoming Pride events.

Equal Opportunity and Anti-Harassment Policy
This Policy informs all Sodexo Staff and Third Party Staff of:
> the nature of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying, and
victimisation.
> their rights and corresponding rights and corresponding obligations with
respect to equal opportunity and anti-discrimination principles.

Sodexo’s uniform and dress code policy supports all employees, including those with trans and gender diverse experiences, in dressing comfortably and appropriately for their role.

For LGBTQ-related grievances, please contact HR Advisory:
Marc Leembruggen, Manager HR Advisory: [email protected] 
Marc, and members of the HR Advisory Team have been trained in LGBTQ inclusion and awareness.

Sodexo’s Employee Assistance Program through PeopleSense provides specialist and clinical support for all aspects of life. Call: 1300 307 912 or 08 9388 9000  Online: www.peoplesense.au/7J3-SQR

R U OK? LGBTQA Are you worried about an LGBTQA+ colleague at work? We can all play a role in supporting our workmates by building a safe, welcoming space for them to turn to for support if they are struggling with life. Visit the LGBTQA+ page to learn more about how to look out for workmates and how to have an R U OK? conversation in a safe and supportive way. 

QLife A national service that aims to keep LGBTQI communities supported and connected.

  • Phone: 1800 184 527 (3pm–midnight AEST)

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia The national peak health organisation in Australia for organisations and individuals that provide health-related programs, services and research focused on LGBTIQ+ people and communities.

Lifeline 13 11 14

Suicide Call Back Service (24/7)1300 659 467

Beyond Blue (24/7) 1300 224 636

SANE Australia 1800 18 SANE (7263)

Black Rainbow Australia’s leading Indigenous suicide prevention and mental health support source for LGBTQ+ people

PFLAG Australia — A national organisation that supports parents and families of LGBTQIA+ children of all ages.

Trans Pride Australia — Social and support group for trans and gender diverse people and their loved ones.

Transcend Australia — National peer support network and community for parents and carers supporting their trans, gender diverse and non-binary child in Australia.

Join us in celebrating and supporting the LGBTQA+ community through these significant events taking place on your site, workplace, or community.

LGBTQIA+ History Month / Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardis Gras
📅 February

International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)
📅 17 May

Pride Month
📅 June 

Transgender Awareness Week
📅13 – 19 November

Transgender Day of Remembrance
📅20 November

For international travel advice please visit the Equality Index Site to select the country or region you are visiting. 

Here you can search for travel guidance on topics such as cultural context, safety, LGBTQ matters in other jurisdictions:  https://www.equaldex.com/

Sodoexo partners with ACON Pride in Diversity, an organisation that supports employers in creating workplaces that celebrate their members regardless of their gender expression, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Sodexo is a Bronze status employer Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), the country’s national benchmarking instrument for LGBTI workplace inclusion for top employers.