[Manila, Philippines] — The Philippine Financial Industry Pride (PFIP) is set to launch the PFIP Pride Summit 2024, the largest and only LGBTQIA+ conference in the country focused on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. The event will take place on July 30-31, 2024.
The PFIP Pride Summit gathers advocates, professionals, and allies for panel discussions and breakout sessions on inclusive leadership, LGBTQIA+ workplace policies, and mental health. Through the exchange of insights, tools, and knowledge, the event aims to encourage businesses to implement robust DEI approaches to foster safe and productive workplaces for LGBTQIA+ employees.
“LIMITLESS”: This Year’s Theme
This year’s summit, themed “LIMITLESS,” focuses on introducing best practices, new innovations, and game-changing business strategies that support LGBTQIA+ excellence. The theme encapsulates PFIP’s drive to elevate their DEI advocacy, a mission they have championed for several years. By refining their best practices and introducing more companies to robust DEI strategies, the PFIP aims to create empowering workplaces where LGBTQIA+ employees can reach their full potential.
The PFIP and Its Commitment to DEI
The Pride Summit is a cornerstone initiative of the PFIP, which includes representatives from LGBTQIA+ employee resource groups, human resources (HR) departments, and diversity teams from various private firms across the Philippines. The non-profit community aims to serve as an advisory body, create career opportunities for self-identifying LGBTQIA+ leaders, promote inclusive practices and policies, and connect businesses to create a positive impact.
The PFIP has long emphasized the critical role of DEI in enhancing workplace culture, improving employee morale, and driving business success. Companies with effective DEI practices often produce creative and innovative professionals who offer diverse perspectives for better problem-solving. A strong DEI culture also attracts top talent—LGBTQIA+ or otherwise—and helps retain employees.
To support these efforts, the PFIP offers training programs that include DEI awareness, inclusive leadership workshops, and inclusive policy development and implementation. These efforts have yielded positive results. According to the 2024 PFIP LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion Report, 85% of companies now have LGBTQ+ inclusion or anti-discrimination policies in place, while 86% have established grievance procedures for LGBTQ+ employees. Additionally, 78% offer medical benefits to both married different-sex couples and same-sex domestic partners, and 73% have active LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Groups. Public support for LGBTQ+ inclusion has grown, with 79% of companies expressing this commitment, reflecting a significant cultural shift towards acceptance and advocacy. DEI training is also on the rise, with 80% of companies providing comprehensive programs.
Highlights of the PFIP Pride Summit 2024
The PFIP Pride Summit 2024 will offer numerous networking opportunities for attendees to connect with industry leaders and peers. Participants can engage in insightful breakout sessions on DEI, featuring case studies from leading companies.
An esteemed lineup of keynote speakers from various industries will provide valuable advice and inspiration, drawing from the latest trends and strategies in DEI, as well as anecdotes from their professional experiences.
By the end of the summit, the PFIP hopes to empower more companies to create transformative workplace cultures through best DEI practices, allowing their employees to feel limitless in realizing their potential and reaching their business goals through DEI-driven growth and innovation.
Join the PFIP Pride 2024 Summit!
To learn how PFIP can support your DEI initiatives, join the Pride Summit 2024, where attendees can network with industry leaders and attend insightful breakout sessions. Don’t miss the opportunity to transform your workplace culture and help your business reach its full potential.
Join us at “Limitless: Inclusion Beyond Horizons – The 2024 PFIP Pride Summit” and elevate your organization’s LGBTQ+ inclusion strategy.
This premier event, taking place on July 30-31 at the Grand Ballroom of Shangri-La The Fort, offers a unique platform for business leaders and innovators who are also workplace inclusion champions and advocates.
Register now and secure your spot at the 2024 PFIP Pride Summit: https://event.pfip.com.ph/LimitlessPrideSummit2024.
For sponsorship opportunities, email secretariat@pfip.com.ph.
