So I was on my electronic Human Resources at work and I saw something labeled "LGBT Designation". I clicked on it and it basically just tells your company that you are part of the LGBT. I was a bit hesitant to do it at first but because it said it was for internal access only I did it. I am open but people still discriminate so I wouldn't want just anyone to know. Anyway Would you do the LGBT Designation or no? Here is the specifics of what it said: "Blank is an equal opportunity employer. We are gathering this demographic information to help measure the effectiveness of our Diversity and Inclusion efforts. Due to the sensitivity of this information, internal access is currently restricted to select team members in HR who need the information to perform their job duties. For more information see the FAQ."
I would if I truly believed that I wouldn't be discriminated against. I might anyway. I don't think I have been able to convince very many people that I am straight.
I would, because this isn't people polling their employees in order to fire them. It's supposed to serve a purpose. And it's not like they're going to hang a poster on the wall saying, "Lyana is bisexual. Just so y'all know." I think it's important to promote LGBT acceptance in the workplace. I also think it's very likely I'll be closeted in the workplace, when I actually have a workplace.
Go with your instinct. They assign statistical weights to deal with people who are just more anxious and less likely to out themselves, at least if they're doing it right. I can almost guarantee that, if your company is venturing to ask, it's safe to sign on.
I would, but that's just because I'm so far out of the closet already that I don't ever want to go back in, and won't do so for job security, either.
Some companies require hiring based on diversity. And some legitimately treat lgbt as a positive. But not all. Why the hell do you think I'm not out at work (people here know what I do)?
If an employer/organisation adopts an equal opportunities policy or equal access policy it's important for them to do some monitoring of the policy and its effectiveness. Are they meeting the benchmarks for recruiting and retaining people with protected characteristics? Are they ensuring fair access for all people? Asking these questions helps them to measure performance, so I'm usually happy to answer. It's always worth checking how the collected data will be stored and used though.
I don't hide my sexuality, but neither do I see a reason to make note of it in every conversation or situation. I'm also kind of against set quota for hiring certain people from protected groups. I want to be hired because I'm the best person for the job, not because I happen to be queer, Dutch, male, whatever.
I would, since I'd rather this be handled and perceived professionally rather than personally ... if me being part of the LGBT was a lot more matter of fact and not some kind of hidden thing, then it'd be a weight off my back.
Probably not. It wouldn't be any of my company's business. I'm there to work. Although, I don't usher stand what this program really even is.
My polling option is not available: "yes, because the business needs to know if its inclusion efforts are successful." If they are trying to know how many LGBT employees they have, how the FFFF are they going to know if I don't disclose that I'm a transfeminine bisexual??? Also, remember this isn't even "just internal." This is privileged internal. ~ Adrienne
It would definitely depend on the workplace. Currently, there's no way in hell I'd inform my company. Getting fired would probably be the least of my worries in that scenerio. In the future however, I would at least have the security of knowing that I couldn't be fired thanks to Ontario's Human Rights Commission! I'd still have to be cautious though I think, especially if I'm in the public school system. The poll needs a 'case-by-case' option.
I probably wouldn't do it. I am a very private person. And after hearing some very homophobic comments from my direct supervisor, I definitely wouldn't do it. I'd hate for him to possibly think less of me just because I don't fit his ideal. Though I must add the following, copied directly from the cover page of job advertisements: "Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, religious belief, age, national origin, marital status, physical disabilities, HIV status, gender, social origin, culture, political opinion or conscience and sexual orientation. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply" It's a very laid-back company in general. Our dress code is informal, and they don't have a problem with people with visible piercings or tattoos either. Yes, it's a great workplace! (!)
