Prof Lexi

[Lexi53]

Hi there, I'm an academic by the name of Lexi. Am on hormones and want support in coming out to friends, colleagues and my university. How do I go about making contact with other academics who have tips from being in a similar situation.

[KathyLauren]

Hi, Lexi!

Welcome to Susan's.

You might want to check with your local LGBT umbrella organization to see if there are any trans support groups in your area.  The issues of coming out in a workplace are commonly discussed, and are similar in many workplaces. 

For your own specific situation, you might want to check with your institution's HR department to see if they have a transition policy for staff members.  If there is an internal HR website, this is a good way to investigate policies anonymously.  Knowing the policy, if there is one, before you start will help smooth the way.  Also know the laws governing employment of trans people in your jurisdiction, since there is so much variation.  Know if you are protected by law or by workplace policy or not at all.

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[Northern Star Girl]

Hi there, I'm an academic by the name of Lexi. Am on hormones and want support in coming out to friends, colleagues and my university. How do I go about making contact with other academics who have tips from being in a similar situation.

@Lexi53
Dear Lexi:
Thank you for signing up and coming to the Forums to make your first posting.. 
I see that our beautiful and very lovely member @KathyLauren   has just sent you an official welcome message already here on this tread that you posted on.

Please allow me to also WELCOME you to Susan's Place.  You will find this a safe and friendly place to share with others  and to read about others similar trials, tribulations, and successes.
It is nice that you have signed up so you can share with others and involve yourself with some give and take with other like-minded members.
When frustrated or if you have successes you can share it here if you wish and receive support from others and offer support to others. ....

***It's a very good chance that you might find that you will make some new friends here.

Please come in and get involved at your own pace.
Be sure to look at the Links that our member  @KathyLauren   posted below her welcome message, there is information about the site that will help you navigate around and best utilize the features here.
Pay special attention to the LINKS IN RED...
...answers to questions that many new members have can be found there.

Again, Welcome to Susan's Place.
Danielle

[V M]

Hi Lexi 

Welcome to Susan's Place    Glad to have you here, join on in the fun

Hugs

V M

[LexieDragon]

Hi Lexi

Welcome.

Another Lexie


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[Maid Marion]

Is there a University sponsored LGBT organization?  Typically there is a faculty adviser or liaison. That person may know the inside scoop on internal University politics.

[Tessa James]

Hello Lexi,

I am a college trustee and came out while in office and was then reelected.  I think you might find that there are numbers of us in academia where diversity, inclusion and equity are parts of our strategic and required planning.  I served on our national diversity committee for several years and find it takes a bit of effort to turn some national ships of state while my local efforts are more readily rewarded.  I wish you the best and happy to PM with you when you are so able to correspond.  Welcome aboard.