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LGBTQ+ Inclusion Is Not Just For June, But A Year-Round Commitment

June 19, 2024

BW People

Parmesh Shahani, head of Godrej DEI Lab, emphasises that LGBTQIA+ inclusion should extend beyond June and be a year-round commitment. He discusses the need for sustained support and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.

From intent to action: The role of corporate allyship in LGBTQIA+ Inclusion

June 13, 2024

ET HRWorld

Parmesh Shahani, head of Godrej DEI Lab, focuses on how companies are actively supporting LGBTQIA+ inclusion at work. He discusses how organisations are turning their promises into real changes by creating supportive environments and promoting diversity.

For Adults With Disabilities, Life And Employment Skills; Yash Charitable Trust, Dr. Sushama Nagarkars

May 5, 2024

FREE PRESS JOURNAL

The article highlights the Yash Charitable Trust's (led by Dr. Sushama Nagarkar) initiative in providing life and employment skills for adults with disabilities. Parmesh Shahani, Head of Godrej DEI Lab, emphasises the importance of such initiatives in fostering inclusivity and creating opportunities for marginalised communities.

How Godrej Group companies are championing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

Jan 4, 2024

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Parmesh Shahani, head of Godrej DEI Lab and Megha Goel, chief human resources officer, Godrej Properties Ltd discuss how Godrej is executing DEI initiatives, sensitising its employees and creating a safe workplace

Fostering Inclusion Beyond Limits, Godrej DEI Lab Breaks New Ground with Disability Inclusion

Dec 08 2023

UP Hindi News

बिजनेस डेस्क, मुंबई। गोदरेज इंडस्ट्रीज ने आज 'कार्यस्थल पर विकलांग व्यक्तियों का समावेश: सफलता के लिए रणनीति' पर एक इंटरैक्टिव फोरम का सफलतापूर्वक समापन किया। इस कार्यक्रम में मानव संसाधन एवं डीईआई पेशेवर, कॉर्पोरेट दिग्गज, बिजनेस स्कूल के छात्र और विकलांग व्यक्तियों (पीडब्ल्यूडी) के समाज में समावेश के लिए काम करने वाले लोग एकजुट हुए।

LGBTQ+ professionals in India welcome in specific industries, underrepresented in others

Dec 08 2023

Moneycontrol

The recent decision by NASDAQ to require disclosures on Board diversity, including LGBTQ+ Board Diversity, might have ripple effects on India very soon, Fabrice Houdart, Founder and Executive Director of the Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors told Moneycontrol in an exclusive interview.

Godrej Industries Sets the Stage for Global Dialogue on LGBT+ Inclusion

Dec 08 2023

24 News Hour

Mumbai, 25th November: Godrej Industries today successfully brought the curtain down on 'Rainbow Reflections', an event that brings LGBTQ+ leaders from around the world together to share invaluable insights, best practices, and strategies aimed at cultivating greater inclusion at workplaces across sectors.

LGBTQ+ professionals in India welcome in specific industries, underrepresented in others

DEC 05, 2023

Money Control

The recent decision by NASDAQ to require disclosures on Board diversity, including LGBTQ+ Board Diversity, might have ripple effects on India very soon, Fabrice Houdart, Founder and Executive Director of the Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors told Moneycontrol in an exclusive interview.

Premium Interview | 'India loses more than 1% GDP through the exclusion of LGBT persons'

Nov 27, 2023

Hindustan Times

Economist MV Lee Badgett has studied the economic impact of not extending the social institution of marriage to same-sex couples. An interview

From Godrej to Tata, India Inc begins breaking the diversity mould

Nov 26 2023

Business Standard

In a move towards gender inclusion, Tamil Nadu has partnered Godrej Consumer Products (GCPL) to offer a 5 per cent job reservation for LGBTQAI+ and people with disabilities at GCPL's upcoming fast-moving consumer goods manufacturing unit in Thiruporur in Chengalpattu district.

Godrej L'Affaire's Bhai Dooj ad challenges relationships built on traditions

Nov 13, 2023

Economic Times

The film aims to showcase the true meaning of the sibling bond by portraying the emotional journey of a transgender woman and her brother, therefore initiating conversations about acceptance and support.

Author of Queeristan spreads vision of inclusion

Oct 24, 2023

Technology Review

Parmesh Shahani, SM '05, is a prolific author and LGBTQ+ activist. Breaking boundaries is his brand, and it began at MIT.

'The fight will continue' for India's LGBTQ+ campaigners for equal marriage

Oct 23, 2023

The Guardian

Homosexuality was decriminalised in 2018 but the supreme court has declined to change marriage laws

What's next for same sex marriage rights?

Oct 18, 2023

Forbes India

A five-judge Constitutional bench of the Supreme Court refused to grant marriage rights to same-sex couples, saying that the Court has the power only to interpret laws, not make them, therefore deferring the decision to amend the Special Marriage Act to the Parliament.

India Inc on long journey towards inclusion

Oct 18, 2023

Economic Times

The recent Supreme Court ruling against same-sex marriages in India will not hinder the progress of inclusion in Corporate India, according to HR and diversity heads at leading companies.

Why GCPL has Menstrual Leave Policy despite having Unlimited Sick Leaves

August 04, 2023

menstrual leave policy despite unlimited sick leaves

Economic Times

In an exclusive interaction with ETHRWorld, Isha Goyal, HR Head - India & SAARC Godrej Consumer Products, talks about the organisation's approach to gender equity, and why she feels it is more important to level the field for both genders first, th why she feels it is more important to level the field for both genders first, than merely blind policy-making at the superficial level.

Human Capital Awards 2021 Winners

Dec 12, 2022

Economic Times

Excellence in Creating a Culture of Continuous Learning and Upskilling

Here's an ongoing curation of media coverage about the DEI Lab and its members. Keep checking back to see if and how we're making news. To get in touch with media queries, please write to us at godrejdeilab@godrejinds.com

LGBTQ+ Inclusion Is Not Just For June, But A Year-Round Commitment

June 19, 2024

BW People

Parmesh Shahani, head of Godrej DEI Lab, emphasises that LGBTQIA+ inclusion should extend beyond June and be a year-round commitment. He discusses the need for sustained support and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.

From intent to action: The role of corporate allyship in LGBTQIA+ Inclusion

June 13, 2024

ET HRWorld

Parmesh Shahani, head of Godrej DEI Lab, focuses on how companies are actively supporting LGBTQIA+ inclusion at work. He discusses how organisations are turning their promises into real changes by creating supportive environments and promoting diversity.

For Adults With Disabilities, Life And Employment Skills; Yash Charitable Trust, Dr. Sushama Nagarkars

May 5, 2024

FREE PRESS JOURNAL

How Godrej Group companies are championing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

Jan 4, 2024

Storyboard 18

Parmesh Shahani, head of Godrej DEI Lab and Megha Goel, chief human resources officer, Godrej Properties Ltd discuss how Godrej is executing DEI initiatives, sensitising its employees and creating a safe workplace

Fostering Inclusion Beyond Limits, Godrej DEI Lab Breaks New Ground with Disability Inclusion

Dec 08 2023

UP Hindi News

LGBTQ+ professionals in India welcome in specific industries, underrepresented in others

Dec 08 2023

Moneycontrol

The recent decision by NASDAQ to require disclosures on Board diversity, including LGBTQ+ Board Diversity, might have ripple effects on India very soon, Fabrice Houdart, Founder and Executive Director of the Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors told Moneycontrol in an exclusive interview.

Godrej Industries Sets the Stage for Global Dialogue on LGBT+ Inclusion

Dec 08 2023

24 News Hour

LGBTQ+ professionals in India welcome in specific industries, underrepresented in others

DEC 05, 2023

Money Control

The recent decision by NASDAQ to require disclosures on Board diversity, including LGBTQ+ Board Diversity, might have ripple effects on India very soon, Fabrice Houdart, Founder and Executive Director of the Association of LGBTQ+ Corporate Directors told Moneycontrol in an exclusive interview.

Premium Interview | 'India loses more than 1% GDP through the exclusion of LGBT persons'

Nov 27, 2023

Hindustan Times

Economist MV Lee Badgett has studied the economic impact of not extending the social institution of marriage to same-sex couples. An interview

From Godrej to Tata, India Inc begins breaking the diversity mould

Nov 26 2023

Business Standard

In a move towards gender inclusion, Tamil Nadu has partnered Godrej Consumer Products (GCPL) to offer a 5 per cent job reservation for LGBTQAI+ and people with disabilities at GCPL's upcoming fast-moving consumer goods manufacturing unit in Thiruporur in Chengalpattu district.

Godrej L'Affaire's Bhai Dooj ad challenges relationships built on traditions

Nov 13, 2023

Economic Times

The film aims to showcase the true meaning of the sibling bond by portraying the emotional journey of a transgender woman and her brother, therefore initiating conversations about acceptance and support.

Author of Queeristan spreads vision of inclusion

Oct 24, 2023

Technology Review

Parmesh Shahani, SM '05, is a prolific author and LGBTQ+ activist. Breaking boundaries is his brand, and it began at MIT.

'The fight will continue' for India's LGBTQ+ campaigners for equal marriage

Oct 23, 2023

The Guardian

Homosexuality was decriminalised in 2018 but the supreme court has declined to change marriage laws

What's next for same sex marriage rights?

Oct 18, 2023

Forbes India

A five-judge Constitutional bench of the Supreme Court refused to grant marriage rights to same-sex couples, saying that the Court has the power only to interpret laws, not make them, therefore deferring the decision to amend the Special Marriage Act to the Parliament.

India Inc on long journey towards inclusion

Oct 18, 2023

Economic Times

The recent Supreme Court ruling against same-sex marriages in India will not hinder the progress of inclusion in Corporate India, according to HR and diversity heads at leading companies.

Why GCPL has Menstrual Leave Policy despite having Unlimited Sick Leaves

August 04, 2023

Economic Times

Human Capital Awards 2021 Winners

Dec 12, 2022

Economic Times

Excellence in Creating a Culture of Continuous Learning and Upskilling

Here's an ongoing curation of media coverage about the DEI Lab and its members. Keep checking back to see if and how we're making news.

To get in touch with media queries, please write to us at
godrejdeilab@godrejinds.com