by , 2nd November 2024
Uniting Voices against Racism in Partnership with the Diversity Project Photography Kindly Sponsored by LEAP London & First Sentier Investments Hosted by Capital Group “Uniting Voices Against Racism” was a transformative event aimed at fostering dialogue, understanding, and actionable steps towards eradicating racism from our communities. This event will feature a keynote address by anti-racist […]
by , 2nd November 2024
“Silence is not just absence; it’s a form of violence. In a world demanding justice, our voices are our most potent weapons.” Earlier this month, at the InterInvest LGBT+ Equality & Inclusion Black History Month event in partnership with the Diversity Project, I experienced something transformative—a collective awakening and a seismic call for a more […]
by , 26th June 2024
By Mel Nair Mason Pride Month is a vibrant celebration bursting with joy, colour, and a deep sense of community. Beyond the parades and festivities, it serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing struggles and hard-won victories that have defined the LGBTQ+ movement. Today, allyship has evolved into an essential pillar for advancing and […]
by , 9th February 2024
As LGBT History Month unfolds, it provides an opportune moment to reflect on the invaluable contributions of LGBT+ individuals within the realm of medicine and healthcare. With the theme “Medicine – #UnderTheScope,” this year’s celebration not only honours the tireless efforts of LGBT+ healthcare professionals but also casts a critical spotlight on the unique healthcare […]
by , 31st October 2023
“You aren’t Black. I don’t know what you are, but you ain’t Black.” I believe it was late autumn/early winter in 2015, when I was ganged up by three guys just outside the McDonald’s in Clapham. I remember I was wearing my favourite neon pink t-shirt, feeling merry after a great night out with friends, […]
by , 12th July 2023
Nepal becomes the Second Country in Asia to Register Same Sex Marriage Meenakshi Ganguly Hundreds of same-sex couples in Nepal will soon be able to legally register their marriages following a landmark Supreme Court ruling on June 28 which cleared the way for marriage equality in the country. Although Nepal’s civil code currently describes marriage as being […]
by , 7th July 2023
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 Written by Marcus Bateson As I sit down with the LGBTQ+ advocate and campaigner Deon Pillay for Penna and Stafford-Long’s Pride Talk on Zoom, I wonder what he will say about Pride. Will he pat us all on the back and reward our rainbow lanyards with some feel good platitudes about […]
by , 17th October 2022
InterInvest Launches its Resources Page for Highlighting Minority Voices and Experiences within the LGBTQIA+ Community Pride History Month and Black History month are times to reflect on the progress the queer community and its allies have made in striving for equal human rights and creating a safer world for LGBTQIA+ people. This has not been […]
by , 11th October 2021
Join us this Black History Month as we celebrate Queer, Black, British history in the UK, featuring inspiring stories from our panel of diverse voices. Thursday 28 October, 5-6pm UK time
by , 6th April 2021
Emily is a screenwriter, producer and advocate of the importance of queer film and short films as a platform to launch LGBTQ stories and careers.
by , 31st January 2021
The second in our series of conversations with LGBTQ+ allies on what allyship means to them, with Eoin Murray, Head of Investment, International at Federated Hermes.
by , 11th November 2020
This is the first in a series of conversations with LGBTQ+ allies on what allyship means to them.
by , 9th August 2020
Find out how we and our member firms celebrated Pride 2020 – from fabulous logos to false eyelashes.
by , 9th August 2020
Andrzej Pioch is a fund manager at member firm LGIM and writes about how we experienced a very different Pride in 2020.
by , 9th August 2020
Recently we heard from a young man called Anurag who is based in Delhi, India. He came to us armed with energy and ideas, among that kindly suggesting that he share his personal story.
by , 30th June 2020
InterInvest hosted two events in June to mark Mental Health Awareness Week.
by , 22nd May 2020
On 19 May, we were joined by Marco Greco and Dominic Arnall from Just Like Us, who came to talk about the work they do, and how our member firms might support or partner with them.
by , 17th May 2020
It was only on 17 May 1990 that the World Health Organisation finally decided to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder.
by , 22nd April 2020
A month or so into the Covid19 lockdown we thought it would be useful to share stories on how InterInvest members and their colleagues are coping with working from home.
by , 1st March 2020
Life came full circle today when I met Lord Michael Cashman CBE at an event hosted by Bloomberg to mark LGBT History month.
by , 2nd December 2019
On 24 October, we welcomed over 100 people from across the investment industry, our member firms and supporters of Queer Britain to celebrate Alan Turing becoming the first LGBT+ person to be featured on a UK bank note.
by , 30th October 2019
InterInvest Co-Chair, Deon Pillay, has been listed as an OUTstanding LGBT+ Future Leader Role Model 2019.
by , 29th October 2019
In October 2019, individuals from our member firms, associated recruitment firms and guest speakers from Janus Henderson, LGBT Great and Investment20/20 came together for InterInvest’s first recruitment-themed event.
by , 11th October 2019
Steerco member, Julien Haye, has written about the process of coming out. We are proud to share this to mark national Coming Out Day.
by , 10th October 2019
Around 60 members of InterInvest came together recently to celebrate National Inclusion Week in London.
by , 2nd October 2019
We’ve launched a library of resources aimed at providing information and guidance to investment firms on their journey to LGBT+ inclusion.
by , 22nd August 2019
“Parenting! Imagining myself with a child puts a smile on my face. It always has!” The latest blog by our steerco member, Julien Haye
by , 5th August 2019
Canaccord Genuity WM is shortlisted for Best Employer – Career Progression LGBT+/inclusion in Citywealth Future Leaders Awards
by , 12th July 2019
How can you, as a member of your LGBT+ network, persuade your firm to invest in Pride?
by , 5th July 2019
Guidance from the Investment Association for employers on recruitment and retention of LGBT+ talent and creating inclusive workplaces
by , 2nd July 2019
“I left the firm that had been the source of so much suffering and a toxic environment for me. I have been out at work ever since.”
by , 2nd July 2019
InterInvest co-chair, Deon Pillay, talks to International Adviser
by , 2nd July 2019
LGBT Great launches a campaign to mark 50 years since the Stonewall movement began
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