Ideally, companies would treat all workers fairly, and they would not discriminate on any grounds. In reality, this does not always happen, so laws and regulations have had to be made to prevent this type of discrimination. That’s why it is illegal for people to...
All workers deserve a safe workspace. This includes being able to avoid discrimination and harassment. Unfortunately, people in the LGBTQIA+ community are often harassed and discriminated against at work. Those individuals shouldn’t have to deal with these unwanted...
No one should have to experience harassment or discrimination at work as a result of their sexual orientation. Despite the progress and advancements made in recent years to both laws and social awareness of those employees who are not heterosexual, the unfortunate...
The face of employment law in the U.S. has undergone a fast, welcome change in recent years. At last, transgender employees feel freer to assert themselves for fair treatment in the workplace. You may know you have transgender rights and protections in your place of...
The decision to come out as transgender can be equal parts thrilling and terrifying – especially at work. It can be a huge relief to “drop the mask” and live authentically. Unfortunately, whether you started your current position after you transitioned or you are...
Gay and lesbian people have had to hide their personal characteristics for much of recorded history. They face punishment from religious and governmental authorities alike as well as social ostracization and fewer work and educational opportunities. Only in recent...
Transgender employment in the U.S. has made positive strides in recent years. However, some workers continue to be victims of harassment and mistreatment. For example, trans employees report feeling constantly humiliated in the workplace. Further, outright abuse and...
Your job was going fine until your employer found out you were married to someone of the same sex. Perhaps you finally took the necessary steps to add your spouse to your workplace insurance policy. Maybe they came in to visit you for lunch one day. Once your boss...
The U.S. Supreme Court entered a ruling on June 15, acknowledging how federal employee protections now prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in the workplace. While many members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer...
Science is absolutely clear about something: Sex and gender aren’t the same thing. Biological sex is generally defined on a mostly binary scale. When a human baby is born, a birth certificate is filled out that lists the child as either “male” or “female” based on...
