LGBTQ+ Rights in the Workplace

Ensure your organisation is not only compliant—but a leader in LGBTQ+ inclusion

What is the LGBTQ+ Rights in the workplace?

In Ireland, LGBTQ+ employees are protected under the Employment Equality Acts 1998–2015, which prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all aspects of employment—from recruitment and promotion to workplace culture and dismissal


Employers are legally required to:


  • Prevent and address harassment and victimisation.
  • Ensure equal treatment in hiring, pay, and promotion.
  • Provide a safe and inclusive environment for all employees.


LGBTQ+ employees in Ireland are legally protected from discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
Employers must ensure equal treatment, prevent harassment, and foster an inclusive, respectful work environment.

What we offer?

Our LGBTQ+ workplace services are designed to go beyond compliance—fostering real cultural change:


Legal Compliance Audits

  • Review of policies and procedures for alignment with Irish equality legislation.
  • Risk assessments and gap analysis.


Training & Awareness:

  • LGBTQ+ inclusion workshops for staff and leadership.
  • Unconscious bias and respectful communication training.


Policy Development:

  • Drafting and updating inclusive workplace policies (e.g., anti-harassment, gender transition support).
  • Guidance on inclusive recruitment and onboarding practices.


Strategy & Reporting: 

  • Support in developing Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) strategies.
  • Data collection and reporting frameworks for public sector duty compliance.


What you get from us?

When you partner with Inclusive Solutions, you gain:


  • Expertise in Irish employment law and LGBTQ+ rights.
  • Tailored, actionable strategies that align with your organisation’s goals.
  • Improved employee satisfaction and retention through inclusive practices.
  • Reduced legal and reputational risk through proactive compliance.
  • Support in meeting public sector equality and human rights duties.


Ready to Build a More Inclusive Workplace?


Let’s work together to ensure your organisation is not only compliant—but a leader in LGBTQ+ inclusion.