An ally is someone who is not a member of an underrepresented group but who takes action to support that group to help make their workplace more diverse and inclusive for all.
For workplaces to become truly inclusive it is up to people who hold positions of privilege to be active allies and to take responsibility for making changes that will help others be successful.
Allies at all levels can take action with simple, everyday efforts that make a real difference and in this series, we highlight some things that you can do to be an ally and to support your colleagues from underrepresented groups.
Take the Gender IQ Test
PwC and HeforShe have developed a Gender IQ course. This course shows the user some of the situations that may occur in society due to unconscious bias. Encourage all your colleagues to take the test and learn more about gender equality in the workplace.
Read the full “How to be an Ally” series for ideas and inspiration here.
