We are a network of LGBTQ+ network groups in the organisations listed below. By connecting across our Alliance network, we are able to support each other, teach each other and connect with each other to achieve our aim of increasing LGBTQ+ inclusion across the life sciences and healthcare sector. Contact us on info@proudsciencealliance.org to get more information about becoming part of the PSA network.
PSA Supporters
Organisations who have contributed financially to support Proud Science Alliance programming and operations.
“At AstraZeneca we value diversity. Bringing different perspectives together is how we innovate and solve new challenges, so that we continue to deliver life changing medicines to patients. We believe that our people can truly reach their full potential when they feel empowered to bring their whole self to work. We are proud of our LGBTQ+ employees and we constantly strive to create an open and inclusive culture to make our company a great place to work.”
“At ICON, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment that empowers all of our employees to realize their full potential. We believe in creating and maintaining a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive culture for our people where respect, honesty, empathy, integrity, and passion are at the core of everything we do. We strive to ensure that all colleagues at ICON feel accepted, connected, safe, and secure in their working environment and are free to be their authentic selves. We are proud to partner with the Proud Science Alliance to continue to support and elevate the voices of ICON’s LGBTQ+ employees and the LGBTQ+ community.”
“The Academy is committed to supporting all of its researchers to flourish in their careers. By formally connecting with the Proud Science Alliance, we provide a platform for future collaboration, open ourselves to advice on being more welcoming and inclusive for LGBTQ+ researchers, and commit to strengthening this agenda across medical science as a whole by working together to achieve more than we could individually.”
“Across the globe, Lilly employees work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. In all our work we are committed to embracing diversity. We believe in an inclusive culture that visibly encourages LGBTQ+ employees to bring their whole self to work and in so doing fulfil their own potential and the potential of teams to which they contribute. We attach significant value to the creativity engendered by inclusive teams; where diverse perspectives drive forward innovative thinking, to provide the medical advances that are both fundamental to our business and to the day-to-day lives of patients we serve. Lilly is fully committed to the aims of the Proud Science Alliance in its collective endeavours to raise the bar on workplace representation and inclusion of LGBTQ+ employees across the sector.”
“Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) are at the heart of UCB’s sustainable business strategy. We inspire a culture of inclusion by providing equitable opportunities to all employees, embracing diverse talents, and leveraging diversity of thought and experience to create value for patients, now and into the future.
We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels confident to bring their true, unique self to work because we believe this is best for our people, our patients, and the communities in which we work.
UCB is proud to be part of PSA, fully committed to its aims and shares its vision to deliver an inclusive environment for our LGBTQ+ colleagues, their allies, and everyone who works for and with us.”
“At IQVIA, we are committed to advancing human health and delivering value and real outcomes for customers and patients. We view each day as another opportunity to find new solutions and enable the next breakthrough. We realize this vision by remaining true to our Values, including the Value of Teamwork. We win as a team and lose as team. We maximize the likelihood of winning as a team by maintaining a culture of inclusion in which people from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+, can fully contribute to the growth and success of our business and by making use of a diverse range of thoughts, experience and skills.”
PSA Network Organisations
Organisations who are part of the broader PSA Network.
“At Charles River, we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can be their authentic selves. Our commitment to DE&I is reflected in our hiring practices, employee policies, and company initiatives, all of which are designed to ensure that every team member feels valued and respected. Through our global PROUD employee resource group, we hope to connect and empower LGBTQ+ staff and allies in a safe and supportive environment.”
“We want everyone at GSK to feel able to be themselves and bring their own unique perspectives, styles and experience to our business. We value that uniqueness. It makes our business stronger. We are building a diverse talent pipeline to enhance our ability to innovate in response to the diverse needs of patients and consumers around the world. This includes a commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion. We have a dedicated global LGBTQ+ Council that sets our agenda to continue making GSK even more inclusive. We have pledged our support for the UN LGBTI global business standards and we have achieved strong rankings in workplace equality indices around the world.”
“Diversity & Inclusion have been part of the fabric of our company since its founding. Our Credo commits us to “provide an inclusive work environment”, “respect the dignity and diversity” of all our people and support the communities in which we live and work. Support for the LGTBQ+ community is part of this long tradition. The challenge isn't deciding whether we support LGBTQ+ issues—it's figuring out how to demonstrate that support in a way that makes the greatest impact – from inclusive health and benefits policies, to advocacy to strong employee resource groups.”
“Diversity is just as crucial to building a successful business as it is to building a vibrant culture. At Pfizer, colleagues of diverse backgrounds and abilities contribute unique viewpoints and perspectives to all aspects of the business. We believe diverse colleagues offer a more personal understanding of our patients’ needs and concerns and diverse teams are more collaborative, more accepting of difference and more apt to balance between prudence and risk-taking. We are constantly striving to make Pfizer an amazing place to work for all. We promote a mindset which celebrates diversity in all forms, including LGBTQ+, and a culture that nurtures a welcome environment where our colleagues feel they truly belong and are supported to be the best they can be.”
“At Novartis, we believe that inclusion enables us to unleash the power of our people and build trust with society. We are proud of the diversity of our teams, yet it is inclusion that makes people fully engage and able to be at their best each day. When we listen and connect with each other, when we are curious to learn from one another, when we experience and practice inclusive behaviors, we foster a psychologically safe environment where we can be ourselves and realize our full potential at work, at home, and in our communities. We want greater inclusion for LGBTQ+ people because when each of us feels included, we all benefit, including our customers and patients. This is why we committed to the UN LGBTI Global Business Standards in June, 2018 and are actively working to make progress across all areas of the Global Standards. This is also why we endorse the Proud Science Alliance, share its vision, and look forward to working with our industry peers to raise the bar on LGBTQ+ inclusion in our organizations and communities.”
“Roche voices its support for the promotion of diversity and inclusion and its opposition to discrimination. As part of this, OPEN (Roche’s LGBT+ and allies staff forum) enjoys the full support of Roche's senior management.”
“Gilead recognises that every person makes unique contributions toward establishing the company as a place where people can grow and succeed. We enable these contributions by maintaining a workplace that respects people of all backgrounds and experiences, fosters creativity and innovation, and creates connection. One of the ways we strive to achieve this mission is through our employee resource groups, including our LGBTQ+ Alliance, with common goals to promote an inclusive and productive work environment, build a sense of community and create a work culture where diversity is celebrated and all people are empowered to contribute innovative ideas to assist Gilead in achieving its mission.”
“At PPD we work together to find solutions that help our customers deliver life-changing therapies. We empower each other to do our best work in an environment of mutual respect, where we feel safe and encouraged to be our authentic selves. We recognise our diverse backgrounds, experiences and abilities make us stronger. Our culture of connectedness and respect enables all individuals to contribute fully in an inclusive environment that celebrates individual identity and drives courageous dialogue to broaden perspectives. We are proud of and committed to our LGBT+ employees and strive to be an organisation they can be proud of too.”
“Takeda is a global healthcare company, our purpose is to create better health for people and a brighter future for the world. We strive to have a workforce as diverse as the patients we serve. We are committed to embracing differences, exploring possibilities and developing our colleagues. We understand that success as a business and in society depends on an inclusive environment where all colleagues are welcomed, empowered and inspired to use their unique voices and talents. This is how we’ll find innovative approaches to serve our patients, customers and communities. Our goal is for every colleague at Takeda to enjoy the opportunity to thrive, develop and grow based on merit, potential and ambition, regardless of gender, age, nationality, race, religion, belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or lifestyle. Takeda is proud to have established Resource Groups in the UK. The Takeda ‘Take Pride’ resource group is a voluntary, employee-led group and serves as a visible and accessible resource for all Takeda employees – regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity – to ensure that Takeda's LGBTQ+ employees and Allies feel safe, proud, and supported.”
“Eradigm is founded on the principle of establishing and fostering an inclusive culture that attracts diverse talent, where people and business can both thrive concurrently. This includes a commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, where we are excited to work with others in our industry to raise the bar on representation and workplace inclusion to ensure everyone can bring their whole selves to work.”
“At CSL Seqirus we know that our people are our most important asset. Together we work on the front line to protect communities from seasonal influenza and global pandemic threats. We need our people to be empowered to act and we continue to strive to create a culture where everyone, including our LGBTQ+ colleagues, can be proud to be themselves and know that they are valued for their differences.”
“At ZS, we believe in inclusion and the importance of reflecting the diverse, interconnected world in which we live and work. We’ve made it our priority to foster an open and welcoming environment that enables every person to thrive. As we make strides toward increasing diversity, it’s critically important that ZS people of all backgrounds, experiences and belief systems feel represented and enabled to thrive at ZS, including the LGBTQ+ community. Comprised of ZSers from all levels and regions around the world, Pride@ZS is a safe, supportive network for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies that encourages all ZS people to feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work.”