{"id":798515,"date":"2025-01-07T09:10:56","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T14:10:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/rapid7-earns-equality-100-award-in-human-rights-campaign-foundations-2025-corporate-equality-index\/"},"modified":"2025-01-07T09:10:56","modified_gmt":"2025-01-07T14:10:56","slug":"rapid7-earns-equality-100-award-in-human-rights-campaign-foundations-2025-corporate-equality-index","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/rapid7-earns-equality-100-award-in-human-rights-campaign-foundations-2025-corporate-equality-index\/","title":{"rendered":"Rapid7 Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation\u2019s 2025 Corporate Equality Index"},"content":{"rendered":"

\nRecognition underscores Rapid7\u2019s ongoing commitment to LGBTQ+ workplace equality and inclusion
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BOSTON, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rapid7, Inc.<\/u><\/a>, (NASDAQ: RPD), a leader in extended risk and threat detection, has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation\u2019s (HRCF) 2025 Corporate Equality Index<\/u><\/a>, the nation\u2019s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.<\/p>\n

Rapid7\u2019s DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) philosophy is centered on the belief that every person deserves an equal opportunity to build an exceptional career and that a diversity of mindset and lived experience is integral to the growth and success of the company. This HRCF recognition underscores the impact of Rapid7\u2019s DEI initiatives, as the company joins the 765 U.S. businesses that are also honored as Leaders in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion.<\/p>\n

\u201cMulti-dimensional experiences and perspectives spark the inclusive innovation necessary to solve complex security challenges,\u201d said Sophia Dozier, director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Rapid7. \u201cOur inclusion in the Corporate Equality Index reaffirms our commitment to fostering a workplace where everyone feels seen, valued, and empowered to thrive. We\u2019re proud of our score of 100 (the highest possible score), but we know the journey is Never Done<\/em> \u2014 a core value<\/u><\/a> at Rapid7. We will continue to evolve, ensuring our progress is both equitable and inclusive as we work to inspire and equip the next generation to build a safer digital future.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe CEI is so much more than a score on paper. For decades businesses have relied on the CEI as a tool for transparency and leveling the playing field for all workers, making sure LGBTQ+ people and their families can share in fair, respectful and supportive workplaces and benefits,\u201d said RaShawn \u201cShawnie\u201d Hawkins, SHRM-CP, HRCF senior director of workplace equality. \u201cAs conversations evolve on corporate America\u2019s approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, year-over-year growth in CEI participation is evidence of a business community that largely recognizes the responsibility and value in upholding equity and inclusion. Our goal at the Human Rights Campaign Foundation is to work in a spirit of partnership with companies, providing educational resources and leading benchmarking. The work of the CEI is to help businesses to expand their consumer base and attract top, innovative talent by supporting the LGBTQ+ community.\u201d<\/p>\n

To learn more about Rapid7\u2019s approach to DEI visit https:\/\/www.rapid7.com\/about\/diversity-equity-and-inclusion\/<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n

\n More about the CEI<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n

The results of the 2025 CEI showcase how U.S.-based companies are promoting LGBTQ+ friendly workplace policies in the U.S. and abroad. The first year of the CEI included 319 participants, and the 2025 CEI now surveys 1,449 participants, further demonstrating the tremendous growth of the CEI. A record-breaking 98 percent of CEI businesses have non discrimination protections specific to gender identity.<\/p>\n

The CEI rates employers providing these crucial protections to more than 22 million U.S. workers and includes Fortune magazine\u2019s 500 largest publicly traded businesses, American Lawyer magazine\u2019s top 200 revenue-grossing law firms (AmLaw 200), and hundreds of publicly and privately held mid- to large-sized businesses.<\/p>\n

The CEI rates companies on detailed criteria falling under four central pillars:<\/p>\n