We recognize and deeply understand that the Diversity-Equity-Inclusion agenda is broader than just headcounts, programs, and policies but is about intent, action, commitment, and culture. We believe that a diverse workforce, inclusive culture, and equitable practices are key drivers of innovation, creativity, and sustained growth. Our Diversity and Inclusion Consulting Services are designed to help organizations cultivate an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
Globally, women make up 39 percent of total employment. They also account for 54 percent of overall job losses, indicating that they are more at risk of losing their jobs compared to men. The pandemic has further increased the vulnerability of women’s jobs. Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but a necessary foundation for a progressive, thriving, sustainable, and profitable business and society.
Despite a growing focus on gender equity, inequalities between men and women and stark gender disparities remain, including unequal pay, inequitable opportunities, and inadequate leadership roles both in and out of the boardroom.
The Outcast Collective believes in catalyzing progressive systemic changes through:
Fostering a culture of belonging for the LGBTQ people through allyship, DE&I consultation, training, and coaching.
Workplace diversity is gaining momentum, but a gap exists in including LGBT+ persons in the mainstream talent management strategy. Industry bodies, government agencies, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and even the parent groups who are keen to bring about the change believe that there is a lack of knowledge and understanding on how to go about the effective inclusion of LGBTQ persons.
For the inclusion of LGBTQ folks, we help you define the diversity and inclusion charter and collaborate to aid inclusion at every step of the implementation process. Our services include:
Less than 1% of the Indian corporate workforce are PwDs; there is an urgent and acute need to implement progressive measures to include and tap into the PwD talent pool. Despite increased awareness towards disability-friendly workplaces at the global level, accepted inclusion of Persons with Disability (PwD) is still a challenge in India.
From sourcing to rolling out focused initiatives ‘The Outcast Collective’ partners with organizations for:
It is estimated that 15-20% of the population is considered neurodivergent, with approximately 1 in 45 individuals falling on the autistic spectrum. Unfortunately, neurodivergent individuals are frequently labeled as underperformers. Feedback often fixates on what the individual must improve, neglecting the examination of environmental factors that might hinder their potential for success.
Championing neurodivergent inclusion involves implementing strategies that create an environment where individuals with diverse neurological profiles feel valued and supported.
Here’s how we contribute to neurodivergent inclusion:
We partnered with COLGATE GLOBAL BUSINESS SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED (Colgate Global Business Services (CGBS)) to build a conversation around gender sensitization and LGBTQIA+ inclusion for Pride Month 2022.
While the topics ranged from understanding gender and sexuality to Pride Month and its history, the collective aim was ONE- building a truly inclusive workplace for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Team TOC congratulates CGBS for its efforts toward creating an inclusive workplace and celebrating the diversity of its workforce!
Thank you very much for an enlightening session, Ritushree & Lakshmi. Lots of learning!
It was a wonderful series, with lots of learning! Thanks, Ritushree, Lakshmi, and the DE&I team. Happy Pride Month, everyone!
Thanks to the DE&I team for organizing this event. Great session and very interactive. Aligned with our core values of being courageous, caring, and inclusive. Thanks to The Outcast Collective, Lakshmi Sreenivasan, for the session and patiently answering all the queries. It was indeed very insightful.
We sincerely appreciate the support and expertise Ms Shinde and her team has provided as an external member to our (POSH) Internal Committee. Their guidance, timely inputs, insights and professional approach have greatly strengthened our processes and ensured smooth handling of the complaints.
We thank Ms. Shinde and her team for their consistent support and for contributing positively to the effectiveness of the Internal Committee.
The Outcast Collective has been an exceptional partner in strengthening our POSH ecosystem at GCPL. Their trainings, IC capability-building, and inquiry support are always contextualised to the diverse employment groups and multiple countries we operate in. Rutuja and Aakansha have been truly hands-on across so many aspects of our work, and it’s an absolute pleasure collaborating with them. They are timely, credible, and consistently open to discussion and feedback. Above all, their commitment to making workplaces safer, more inclusive, and responsive to real on-ground needs shines through in every interaction. We deeply value this partnership 😊
Working with Rutuja & Team has been an outstanding experience. Their professionalism, expertise, and commitment to quality delivery have added tremendous value to our leadership development initiatives. They demonstrate strong execution capability, deep subject knowledge, and a collaborative approach that makes them a trusted partner. We appreciate their responsiveness, flexibility, and focus on outcomes, and we look forward to continuing our partnership in future programs. Best wishes & Regards,
The Outcast Collective (ToC) has been a great partner for us in our endeavour to create a more inclusive culture in our townships. ToC understood our requirements very well, designed customized interventions and executed them flawlessly. Their deep subject knowledge, relevant experience, collaborative approach and ability to drive interventions at scale made them a valuable partner for us. Kudos to Team ToC!