Withum is proud to announce that the Firm received a score of 95 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2026 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.
This year’s ranking reflects Withum’s commitment to an inclusive, people-first and values- driven culture.
Learn More About Our CultureThrough the Firm’s Inclusion and Impact efforts – championing the Pride Team Member Resource Group, fostering meaningful engagement, hosting community building events and advancing philanthropic initiatives – Withum continues to strengthen its foundation of shared allyship. Complemented by the Firm’s intentional recruitment and advancement efforts, these actions fuel a workplace where all team members can succeed.
Over the past year, Withum has earned multiple regional inclusion honors, including the Corporate Ally and Trailblazer Impact recognitions, underscoring the Firm’s dedication to advancing inclusion and equity. Together, these achievements amplify the unity and collective strength of #OneWithum where community, inclusion and purpose drive meaningful, lasting impact.
“Being recognized on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index for the fourth consecutive year is a meaningful honor for our Firm. Since our founding, inclusion has been fundamental to who we are — shaping not only our culture, but the way we serve our clients and support our communities. This recognition reinforces our ongoing commitment to building an equitable, inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are embraced and where our professionals can grow, lead and thrive.”
Bill Bradshaw – Director of Inclusion and Impact
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) is the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ civil rights organization working to achieve equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) people. HRC and the HRC Foundation build power through partnerships, storytelling and action—working to create a future rooted in equity, freedom and belonging for all LGBTQ+ people.
For over 20 years, the Corporate Equality Index (CEI) has been the national standard for guiding U.S. employers toward fair and inclusive workplace policies and practices. The CEI measures workplace policies, benefits and practices related to LGBTQ+ inclusion, using these four core pillars:
View the full CEI report on HRC’s website.
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