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4 steps to becoming a LGBT friendly employer

Started by Bardoux, October 22, 2013, 07:33:58 AM

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October 22, 2013, 07:33:58 AM
4 steps to becoming a LGBT friendly employer
Beth P. Zoller,

In the past two decades, the U.S. has become increasingly inclusive in providing protections and benefits when it comes to lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgender (LGBT) individuals in the workplace. On a political level, the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) has been declared unconstitutional, which has given the green light to individuals who reside in states that recognize same-sex marriage to receive federal benefits. Almost a third of the states now prohibit employment discrimination based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Additionally, there continues to be a push on the federal level, in the U.S. Congress and by the EEOC, to recognize sexual orientation and gender identity as protected classes. These changes have led individuals to become more open about their sexuality in general, as well as in the workplace.

As a result, there are unique considerations employers should be aware of when managing LGBT individuals.

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