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Stereotype research shows that many people feel religious beliefs are incompatible with LGBTQ+ equality. But what’s the reality?

In our latest episode of the Religion At Work podcast, special guest The Rev’d Mark Rowland joins host Professor Binna Kandola OBE to discuss:

• Mark’s personal journey as a Methodist Minister and active campaigner for LGBTQ+ equality within the church.
• The importance of context and cultural connotations when interpreting scripture.
• Advice for allies and LGBTQ+ individuals struggling with their faith and identity.

• The myth of inevitable progress and what’s changed in recent years for LGBTQ+ individuals.

You can visit the One Body One Faith website to learn more about Mark’s work or contact us to learn about our Allyship and Religious Inclusion programmes.

Did you enjoy this episode? Episodes 1 and 2 examined employers’ legal obligations and the rise of cases in the courts relating to religious and non-religious beliefs. Episode 3 provided an overview of our ground-breaking Religion At Work report.

Next month, Binna will be joined by Zara Mohammed from the Muslim Council of Great Britain, alongside Dr Abdul-Azim Ahmed of Cardiff University, Deputy Head of Islam UK Centre, to discuss the Islamic faith and their advice for organisations to better support Muslim employees at work.

We hope you enjoy listening!