{"id":158567,"date":"2024-04-29T15:50:38","date_gmt":"2024-04-29T14:50:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/?p=158567"},"modified":"2024-06-05T16:02:14","modified_gmt":"2024-06-05T15:02:14","slug":"lgbtq-pay-gap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/lgbtq-pay-gap\/","title":{"rendered":"The truth about the UK&#8217;s LGBTQ+ pay gap (and what you can do)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There has been so much progress in terms of acceptance and visibility of LGBTQ+ people in the workplace. But, as with the <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/gender-pay-gap\/\"><strong>gender<\/strong> <strong>pay gap<\/strong><\/a>, comes the responsibility to ensure fair treatment and equal opportunities for all employees.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">One area in particular that demands attention is the LGBTQ+ pay gap: the difference in average earnings between lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer employees compared to their straight counterparts.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This article dives into the intricacies of the LGBTQ+ pay gap, the impact it has on queer people&rsquo;s lives, and steps businesses of all sizes can take to improve <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/how-to-pay-employees\/\"><strong>how they pay their employees<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/span>[\/vc_column_text]\n <\/p><div class=\"highlight-box\">\n <div class=\"highlight-box-decor\">\n <svg 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style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On average, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.standard.co.uk\/news\/uk\/lgbt-workers-paid-ps7-000-less-than-straight-counterparts-a4179996.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>LGBTQ+ employees earn &pound;6,700 less<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> than straight workers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The shortfall is equivalent to a pay gap of 16% &mdash; almost double the UK&rsquo;s 9.6% <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/gender-pay-gap\/\"><b>gender pay gap<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">62% of LGBTQ+ employees have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu\/publications\/lgbt-workplace-discrimination\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>faced verbal abuse at work<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Of the 62%, 36% were LGBTQ people of colour, and 26% were white.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A quarter of LGBTQ+ workers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/news.sky.com\/story\/lgbt-workers-earn-less-and-are-still-afraid-to-come-out-survey-11752927\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>would not reveal their sexuality<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> at work.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">35% of LGBTQ+ respondents have heard or experienced <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/news\/story\/the-uk-has-an-lgbtq-pay-gap-4702500\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>homophobic comments<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> at work.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">68% of LGBTQ+ workers experienced at least <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tuc.org.uk\/sites\/default\/files\/LGBT_Sexual_Harassment_Report_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>one type of sexual harassment<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> at work.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n<h2>What is the LGBTQ+ pay gap?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The LGBTQ+ pay gap refers to the difference in average earnings between Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender employees compared to their straight colleagues, caused by systemic fear or aversion to differences from the norm.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This is also why there is an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/ethnicity-pay-gap\/\"><b>ethnicity pay gap<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/class-pay-gap\/\">class pay gap<\/a><\/strong>, and a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/gender-pay-gap\/\"><b>gender pay gap<\/b><\/a> at many companies<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, due to the majority of business boardrooms statistically being dominated by the same group of white, upper or middle class men.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Research by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) suggested that the LGBTQ+ pay gap is currently at <\/span><b>a significant 16%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, meaning LGBTQ+ workers earn an average of &pound;6,703 less per year.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]\n<\/p><div class=\"form-simple\" data-eventcategory=\"feedback\" data-eventaction=\"Email-Subscribe\">\n <form target=\"_blank\" class=\"form-subscribe\" id=\"form-subscribe\">\n\n <div class=\"form-loader\">\n <div class=\"spinner-box\">\n <span class=\"spin-loader\"><\/span>\n <p class=\"form-loader-text\">Verifying<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"form-subscribe-info\">\n <p 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You can <strong>unsubscribe<\/strong> at any time. <\/p>\n\n <\/form>\n<\/div>\n[vc_column_text]\n<h2>Why does the LGBTQ+ pay gap exist?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There are several factors that contribute to the disparity in pay. Here are some of the key reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Homophobia:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> homophobia encompasses a range of negative attitudes and feelings toward LGBTQ+ people based on irrational fear and has been defined as contempt, prejudice, aversion, hatred or antipathy. It is typically fuelled by general ignorance or religious beliefs that preach against alternative sexualities. At best, homophobic people are dismissive and are prone to perform <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rpharms.com\/recognition\/inclusion-diversity\/microaggressions\/lgbtqia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>microaggressions<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> &ndash; and at worst they can become violent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Discrimination + unconscious bias:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> LGBTQ+ employees may face assumptions about their personal lives during recruitment, promotion, and salary negotiations which tend to lead to lower pay offers and missed opportunities. Recruiters and managers might hold unconscious biases against LGBTQ+ candidates, potentially overlooking them for promotions or leadership roles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Lack of transparency:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> a significant number of businesses (around 87%) don&rsquo;t currently monitor their LGBTQ+ pay gap using <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/best-hr-payroll-software\/\">HR and payroll software<\/a>. This lack of transparency makes it difficult to identify and address potential discrepancies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Workplace climate:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tuc.org.uk\/news\/1-5-workplaces-do-not-have-any-policies-support-lgbt-staff-tuc-poll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>one in five workplaces reportedly lack policies<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> supporting LGBTQ+ staff, according to TUC. This is apparent not just in larger companies but in the SME and <a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/startup-gender-pay-gap\/\">startup ecosystem<\/a> too. When employees feel they cannot be open about their sexual orientation or gender identity, it can stifle career progression and hinder access to equal pay.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Career progression:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> feeling pressure to hide their sexual orientation or gender identity can limit networking opportunities and hinder career advancement for LGBTQ+ employees.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The impact of the pay gap<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The LGBTQ+ pay gap has a negative impact on both individuals and businesses.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For LGBTQ+ employees, lower earnings can lead to financial strain, reduced opportunities, and a sense of workplace injustice. 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<\/g>\n <\/svg>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"highlight-box-headline\">\n \n <span class=\"highlight-box-title\">\n Case study: Sarah and the missed promotion <\/span>\n <\/div>\n \n <div class=\"highlight-box-content\">\n <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sarah, a talented marketing manager with five years of experience at a prominent tech firm, felt confident applying for the open Senior Marketing Manager position. She had consistently exceeded expectations, leading a successful social media campaign that boosted brand engagement by 30%.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">During the interview process, Sarah felt a subtle shift in the dynamic when her partner, Emily, was mentioned.&nbsp; A seemingly innocuous question about weekend plans turned into a pointed inquiry about &ldquo;who takes care of the house&rdquo; &ndash; an implication Sarah felt wouldn&rsquo;t have been directed at a straight male colleague.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sarah also toned down her personal style, opting for more conservative clothing choices compared to her usual self-expression. This aligns with a fear many LGBTQ+ individuals have of being stereotyped or seen as unprofessional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The constant self-editing took a toll on Sarah. She felt like an imposter, sacrificing her authenticity for perceived career advancement.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This internal conflict can negatively impact mental health, with a 2021 study by the Trevor Project highlighting that 40% of young <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetrevorproject.org\/survey-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>LGBTQ+ people seriously considered attempting suicide<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> in the past year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">While Sarah aced the technical aspects of the interview, she was ultimately passed over for the promotion, with the feedback citing a need for someone with &ldquo;stronger leadership qualities.&rdquo;&nbsp; This left Sarah questioning the true reason behind the decision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Later, reflecting on the meeting, Sarah realised she hadn&rsquo;t fully shared her creative vision for the campaign. Worried about appearing &ldquo;different&rdquo; or drawing unwanted attention, she held back.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This case study highlights the impact of an&nbsp; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/strategy\/organisational-culture\/\"><b>organisational culture<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> where staff feel they have to hide their authentic self at work: LGBTQ+ employees who feel the need to conform may be less likely to share their unique perspectives and ideas, hindering their own career growth and potentially impacting the overall creativity and innovation of the company.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n[vc_column_text]\n<h2>Why is closing the LGBTQ+ pay gap important?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Creating a workplace that actively supports LGBTQ+ employees isn&rsquo;t just the morally right thing to do, it&rsquo;s also a smart business decision. Studies by <\/span><b>McKinsey & Company<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> have shown that companies with greater diversity are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/featured-insights\/diversity-and-inclusion\/diversity-wins-how-inclusion-matters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>35% more likely to outperform their peers<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> financially.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When LGBTQ+ employees feel comfortable being themselves and advocating for their ideas, it fosters a culture of innovation and creativity. This can lead to a wider range of perspectives being considered, ultimately leading to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/~\/media\/mckinsey\/featured%20insights\/diversity%20and%20inclusion\/diversity%20wins%20how%20inclusion%20matters\/diversity-wins-how-inclusion-matters-vf.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>better problem-solving and decision-making<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> within the company.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Additionally, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ddiworld.com\/research\/inclusion-report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>a 2020 report<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> by <\/span><b>Diversity Best Practices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> found that companies with inclusive cultures have a 17% higher level of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/how-to-improve-employee-engagement\/\"><b>employee engagement<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This translates to a more motivated and productive workforce, ultimately benefiting the company&rsquo;s bottom line.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What can businesses do to close the gap?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Companies can implement several strategies to foster a more inclusive culture that avoids isolating LGBTQ+ employees:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Visibility and open communication<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Employee resource groups (ERGs):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> support the creation of LGBTQ+ ERGs. These employee-led groups provide a safe space for connection, mentorship, and advocacy within the company. According to HR Grapevine, 65% of LGBT+ young adults said a company&rsquo;s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hrgrapevine.com\/content\/article\/2023-04-14-young-lgbt-staff-earning-less-than-straight-peers-data-finds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>commitment to<\/b> <b>DEI was &ldquo;very important&rdquo; to them<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> when applying for a role, and 46% are currently or have previously been part of an LGBTQ+ network at work when it is available.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Pride month and beyond:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> celebrate Pride Month in June, but also extend efforts year-round. Be sure to mention support for LGBTQ+ people when recruiting, by including information about company ERGS in job postings as a perk of applying, for example. Signifiers to show that your company is LGBTQ+ friendly are important, but make sure they aren&rsquo;t performative. The difference is 100% in what else is done for LGBTQ employees and the wider community in the times when eyes are not on you &ndash; and LGBTQ+ people can tell the difference between true commitment and cash-grabs at specific times of the year.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Open communication channels:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> create anonymous reporting systems for employees to report any discrimination or harassment. Regularly conduct surveys to gauge employee sentiment and identify areas for improvement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Acceptance through exposure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> most employees just want to come in and do their work, and feel like &ldquo;all this stuff&rdquo; (stuff being anything to do with LGBTQ+ issues) is being shoved down their throats. It&rsquo;s not malicious, but <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pbs.org\/wgbh\/pages\/frontline\/shows\/assault\/roots\/overview.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>apathy can degenerate into negativity over time<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. If you can combat this slowly, intelligently and in a sustainable way through small but meaningful efforts, and exp[ose straight employees to actual LGBTQ+ people amongst the employee base, it will serve to reduce outwardly negative issues.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Safe spaces: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">sometimes people are just curious, and don&rsquo;t mean to offend. If it is not too much of a burden on LGBTQ+ employees, find a few who would be happy to volunteer their time and create a safe space for people to be nosy and ask what they&rsquo;ve always wanted to ask, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jenntgrace.com\/are-you-asking-lgbt-people-inappropriate-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><b>within reason<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This may go a long way in showing that we&rsquo;re all pretty much the same, there&rsquo;s nothing to fear or be dubious about, and goes miles in normalising the situation for everyone. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/people\/payroll\/commission-pay\/\"><b>Commission-based bonuses<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> or incentives for the extra work could work well here. Please don&rsquo;t ask them to do emotional labour&nbsp; for free &ndash; there is a big enough pay gap as it is!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Unconscious bias training<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Implicit Association Tests (IATs):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> IATs can help&nbsp; identify unconscious biases in&nbsp; hiring managers and leadership teams.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Blind promotions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> when promotion time draws near,&nbsp; a good idea is to have the accomplishments of employees written up in plain black and white, in a way that showcases the value they have brought to your company, without any other identifying information. Using this method of blind promoting would be a way to ensure that no favouritism or implicit bias occurs in the selection process.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>LGBTQ+ people in leadership:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> if the board skews towards any one ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation without any higher-up representation for queer people, it may be time to reflect (or shake things up).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Interactive workshops:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> conduct regular workshops that educate employees on unconscious bias, its impact, and strategies to mitigate it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Focus on skills and qualifications:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> implement clear and objective criteria for hiring and promotion, focusing on skills, qualifications, and past performance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Inclusive benefits and policies<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 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Develop and implement a clear DEI policy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> that explicitly states the company&rsquo;s commitment to fairness and outlines specific actions to promote an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ employees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Provide unconscious bias training<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for all employees, including managers and leadership teams to equip employees with the tools to overcome them during recruitment, promotions, and salary negotiations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Create a safe and inclusive work environment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> where employees feel comfortable disclosing their sexual orientation or gender identity without fear of discrimination, through employee resource groups for LGBTQ+ staff and allies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Regularly analyse pay data<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to identify any potential pay gaps based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Taking proactive steps to address these disparities demonstrates a commitment to fair compensation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Promote a culture of open communication<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> where employees feel empowered to discuss their concerns and experiences with management. This fosters trust and strengthens employee engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n[vc_column_text]\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A workplace that embraces LGBTQ+ employees isn&rsquo;t just about fairness and equality, it&rsquo;s an investment in a company&rsquo;s success.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Studies show a clear link between diversity and inclusion, and a company&rsquo;s bottom line &ndash; so by creating a culture of open communication, implementing unconscious bias training, and offering inclusive benefits and policies, businesses can unlock the full potential of their workforce.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When employees feel valued and safe to be themselves, it leads to a more engaged, innovative, and ultimately, more profitable organisation. 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