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77% of LGBTQ+ young people have faced workplace sexual harassment, new research finds

Disturbingly, threats to use sexual violence to “fix” young people’s gender and sexuality diversity were reported by 30% of those who experienced workplace sexual harassment.

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'Demure' is Dictionary.com's Word of the Year

Thankfully, we have some tips on remaining demure in difficult circumstances.

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82% of trans workers have suffered discrimination or harassment: report

"Our analysis indicates that employment discrimination against transgender employees is persistent and widespread," the Williams Institute's report states.

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Too much mascara, too little support: How to come out as trans in the workplace

Your Lovable Trans Auntie on surviving cubicles, colleagues, and casual transphobia, all while wearing stilettos high enough to survive and thrive above it.

Baltimore Catholic charity violated gay man's rights by not paying spousal benefits, court rules

The man worked in information technology, not in a religious capacity, so his employer did not qualify for a religious exemption, a federal judge ruled.

Gay police officer sues California city, claims colleagues put rotting food in his belongings and more

Oceanside Police Sgt. Tyler Peppard says he suffered retaliation after reporting the mistreatment and that city officials did nothing to stop it.

77% of LGBTQ+ young people have faced workplace sexual harassment, new research finds

Disturbingly, threats to use sexual violence to “fix” young people’s gender and sexuality diversity were reported by 30% of those who experienced workplace sexual harassment.

'Demure' is Dictionary.com's Word of the Year

Thankfully, we have some tips on remaining demure in difficult circumstances.

82% of trans workers have suffered discrimination or harassment: report

"Our analysis indicates that employment discrimination against transgender employees is persistent and widespread," the Williams Institute's report states.

Lawsuit claims Culver's fast-food chain retaliated against trans manager and workers who reported transphobia

Federal lawyers say the operators of a Culver’s restaurant fired the victims of a transphobic work environment.

Coming out at work can lead to discrimination: Williams Institute

Companies need to do better at stopping anti-LGBTQ+ job discrimination — which the Supreme Court has ruled illegal, the think tank notes.

'Strive for Five' to foster inclusivity at work

Coming out at work can be a pivotal moment for transgender individuals. While workplace policies and accommodations are crucial, more can be done. Intuit's Tanner Arnold describes how we can all strive for inclusivity and support for our trans colleagues.

Gender-affirming care improves transgender lives, according to largest survey of trans people

The 2022 U.S. Transgender Survey documents the benefits of gender-affirming health care but shows the challenges trans people continue to face.

How Workplaces Can Be LGBTQ-Inclusive in Both Word and Action

A recent report from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation offers some advice.

Transgender Woman Wins $125,000 After Settling Discrimination Suit with American Samoa

The transgender woman at the center of the case suffered humiliating abuse by a supervisor.

Indeed Supports Transgender Employees with $10K Relocation Incentive

The job search company will enable employees to move to more trans-friendly locations.

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Your Lovable Trans Auntie on surviving cubicles, colleagues, and casual transphobia, all while wearing stilettos high enough to survive and thrive above it.

The man worked in information technology, not in a religious capacity, so his employer did not qualify for a religious exemption, a federal judge ruled.

Oceanside Police Sgt. Tyler Peppard says he suffered retaliation after reporting the mistreatment and that city officials did nothing to stop it.

Disturbingly, threats to use sexual violence to “fix” young people’s gender and sexuality diversity were reported by 30% of those who experienced workplace sexual harassment.

Thankfully, we have some tips on remaining demure in difficult circumstances.

"Our analysis indicates that employment discrimination against transgender employees is persistent and widespread," the Williams Institute's report states.

Federal lawyers say the operators of a Culver’s restaurant fired the victims of a transphobic work environment.

Companies need to do better at stopping anti-LGBTQ+ job discrimination — which the Supreme Court has ruled illegal, the think tank notes.

Coming out at work can be a pivotal moment for transgender individuals. While workplace policies and accommodations are crucial, more can be done. Intuit's Tanner Arnold describes how we can all strive for inclusivity and support for our trans colleagues.

The 2022 U.S. Transgender Survey documents the benefits of gender-affirming health care but shows the challenges trans people continue to face.

A recent report from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation offers some advice.

The transgender woman at the center of the case suffered humiliating abuse by a supervisor.

The job search company will enable employees to move to more trans-friendly locations.