Discover the LGBTQ+ Employee Network at Thales

At Thales we want our people to feel that they can be their authentic selves at work. Nobody should have to work harder to try and fit a mould.

We recognise that being able to express your gender identity and sexual orientation in a way that suits you – not the people around you – is a huge part of that. 

This employee networking group represents LGBTQ+ employees and allies. We provide an inclusive environment to educate, support, and inform at professional and social events. We are members of PRIDE in Defence, an LGBTQ+ network formed of Engineering and Defence companies to share best practice of supporting LGBTQ+ members of staff in the UK.

LGBTQ+ Network Goals

• Create a support network for our employees.
• Work with Thales in creating and reviewing policies that are inclusive to LGBTQ+ employees.
• Raise awareness and educational pieces on LGBTQ+ for the workplace.
• Host training, Let's Learns, and social events on LGBTQ+ topics.

We are committed to creating a more inclusive culture, and a more attractive workplace for current and future LGBTQ+ employees. Through conversations with our LGBTQ+ Network we have launched our Gender Identity and Transitioning at Work policies as a first step.

At Thales, our Network aims to provide a safe place for our employees. We organise gatherings throughout the year across our different sites as well as hosting virtual events such as educational talks and check ins. It is important to us that we find ways for the rest of our employees to become allies to our LGBTQ+ community. This network is open to all employees who would like to engage in the conversation and share ideas on how we can continue to improve our support for this network. 

At Thales, we encourage all our staff to be allies.

• Be a good listener 
• Respect their pronouns. Don’t assume sexual orientation or gender identity. 
• Be willing to engage in conversation. 
• Be mindful of anti-LGBTQ+ comments. Speak up if you hear someone say something offensive and/or report it.
• Take the time to confront your own prejudices and potential inherent biases.
• Defend your LGBTQ+ friends who may be experiencing discrimination.