A new survey of U.S. business leaders from Resume Templates reveals that respect for LGBTQIA+ employees is declining in many companies following the 2024 election. Approximately 15% of business leaders say respect for LGBTQIA+ employees in their workplace has declined since November, while 23% have noticed an increase in anti-LGBTQIA+ sentiments or comments, and 22% say employees are now less likely to face consequences for expressing discriminatory views.
Since the election, 25% of companies have scaled back their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. Among those companies, 59% report less focus on hiring LGBTQIA+ employees, and 59% say there is less emphasis on creating inclusive environments.
Fewer companies are recognizing Pride Month this year. While 40% of business leaders say their company celebrated Pride in 2024, just 35% say their company will participate this year.
“Without organizational support, workplaces become less equipped to support inclusivity,” says Julia Toothacre, chief career strategist at Resume Templates. “Bias and hostility still exist, and without internal resources and accountability, they become harder to combat.”
