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Accor Australia Expands LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Initiatives

Accor is scaling up its Welcome With Pride accreditation across Australia to address safety concerns for LGBTIQ+ travelers and foster inclusive hotel environments.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Implement evidence-based training to reduce discrimination against the 60% of LGBTIQ+ travelers who hide their identity while on holiday.
  2. 2Target 50 accredited hotels by late 2026 to provide consistent, inclusive guest experiences through staff education.
  3. 3Boost employee confidence and alignment with brand values, with over 90% of staff reporting pride in inclusion investments.

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Source: eHotelier

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