Second Human Rights Law Conference: think global, act local - human rights in legal practice

4 Nov - 6 Nov 2026

Session information

Session four: Equality in practice: employment law developments affecting women and LGBTQI+ communities

Thursday 5 November (1510 - 1615)

Description

Workplace equality continues to evolve through legislative reform, judicial decisions and changing community expectations. This session will explore recent developments affecting women and LGBTQI+ employees, including discrimination protections, pay transparency, family and parental rights, workplace inclusion and employer obligations. Panellists will discuss emerging legal trends and practical measures organisations can adopt to foster respectful, equitable and inclusive workplaces worldwide.

Session / Workshop Chair(s)

Remy Choo RCLT Law Corporation, Singapore, Singapore; Co-Chair, LGBTQI+ Law Committee