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Thinking About Coming Out at Work? Questions, Actions and Benefits

Coming out at work can be a challenge, but it can also bring relief from the daily stress of hiding who you are. In 2020, the Supreme Court made it clear that discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity is prohibited under Title VII. But, even with the Supreme Court of the United States ruling in Bostock v. Clayton County, coming out can feel overwhelming.

If you are struggling or need support in making a plan to come out in the workplace, then we believe the following article from the Human Rights Campaign entitled ‘Coming Out at Work can provide you thoughtful considerations and support by:

  • Providing questions to ask yourself regarding coming out at your workplace
  • Give you practical steps to take to come out at work should you wish to do so
  • Lists several benefits of coming out at your workplace

Read the full piece here.

By Victoria Barbeisch
Victoria Barbeisch Communications and Program Specialist, Career Services