Transgender Policy Recommendations
When making the workplace inclusive for transgender employees, it is important to do the following:
- Amend Non-Discrimination or Equal Employment Opportunity Policies: Declare in clear, unequivocal terms a policy prohibiting discrimination against transgender employees by including “gender identity or expression” along with “sexual orientation” among the list of protected categories in your primary, company-wide non-discrimination or EEO policy.
- Establish Written Guidelines That Clarify Responsibilities for Management and Staff: Institute protocols that make it clear to transitioning employees, their supervisors and other staff who is responsible for issues that arise when an employee transitions.
- For a more detailed list of guidelines, go to:
- Recommended Procedures for Gender Transition
