The Pride Professionals Mentoring Program, designed and delivered by ORGsight, is a flagship initiative championing LGBTQ+ inclusion and professional development. Since its relaunch in 2021, the program has supported 127 mentees, guided by a pool of over 90 mentors across Perth, Brisbane, and Melbourne. The program is unique in its approach – operating independently of individual organisations and fostering connections across industries, with funding provided through corporate sponsorships.

Program Design and Purpose

This program is tailored to:

• Empower LGBTQ+ Professionals: By connecting mentees with experienced mentors, the program offers a platform for personal and professional growth in a safe and supportive environment.
• Promote Cross-Industry Insights: External mentoring enables participants to gain fresh perspectives, unconfined by workplace hierarchies or internal biases. Also allowing for participation by LGBTQ+ professionals who might not be out at work.
• Drive Inclusion Beyond Organisations: Operating across diverse industries, the program broadens its impact on professional networks and leadership development within the LGBTQ+ community.

Corporate Sponsorship and Impact

The Pride Professionals Mentoring Program thrives on the generous support of its sponsors. Their involvement ensures equitable access through subsidised fees and scholarships for mentees in financial hardship, fostering a genuinely inclusive program.

Sponsors Who Power the Program

We are deeply grateful to our returning 2025 sponsors, including BHP, Rio Tinto, JLL, Thiess, CoreLogic, Gilbert + Tobin, and Northern Star Resources. A heartfelt thank you also goes to our

2024 sponsors: BHP, Rio Tinto, IGO, AngloGold Ashanti, Northern Star Resources, JLL, Gilbert + Tobin, Crown Resorts, Compass Group Australia, CoreLogic, Thiess, Fortescue, and Veriu.

Why Sponsor Pride Professionals?

Sponsoring the Pride Professionals Mentoring Program offers an exceptional opportunity for organisations to:

• Showcase Commitment to Inclusion: Align your brand with diversity and inclusion, demonstrating leadership to stakeholders.
• Gain Exclusive Sponsorship Benefits: Sponsors are celebrated across events, social media, and marketing channels, with opportunities to nominate employees for the program.
• Drive Change in LGBTQ+ Leadership: Reverse mentoring provides leaders with critical insights to advance inclusion strategies and fulfil ESG objectives.
• Expand Networks and Strengthen Partnerships: Collaborate with industry leaders in Perth, Brisbane, and Melbourne, reinforcing your dedication to diversity.
• Support Scholarships: Your sponsorship provides financial aid, ensuring everyone can access this impactful program.

Program Success and Participant Impact

Participants consistently highlight the transformative power of the program. Mentees benefit from invaluable career guidance, while mentors gain fulfilment by supporting emerging professionals. A mentor shared, “This program allowed me to give back meaningfully, helping mentees navigate their careers with confidence.”

Conclusion

The Pride Professionals Mentoring Program demonstrates ORGsight’s capability in delivering best-practice LGBTQ+ inclusion initiatives. By blending corporate sponsorship, innovative program design, and a commitment to equitable access, the program is shaping inclusive leadership and professional development across industries in Australia.

For organisations passionate about inclusion and meaningful impact, partnering with Pride Professionals is not just sponsorship – it’s a legacy of empowerment and change.