LGBTQ+

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It seems we hear more and more about someone from the community who was discriminated against in the workplace or when applying for a job.  High-tech is generally considered open and accepting, but personal prejudice sometimes happens, and people from different backgrounds sometimes get hurt. It could be a comment, a joke, or even a question, that hits the wrong note and leaves the person offended.

Many people share their coming-out stories, and while some are successful and heartwarming, others have negative consequences, which prevents other LGTBQ+ employees from coming out. The struggle is for both awareness and equal rights. There’s some success in both cases, yet there is still much more to do.

Here’s what you can do to when working with LGTBQ+

#1 Keep it professional.
Remember that your personal views have nothing to do with your professional career, and the same goes for your colleagues. No matter what you think or feel, it mustn’t become an obstacle at work.

#2 Don’t assume, ask.
Some LGTBQ+ members welcome questions and enjoy sharing and talking about their experiences and lives, while others don’t. Please, do not assume a coworker belongs to the first kind, and don’t ask questions unless it’s clear that they are comfortable with them.

#3 Be respectful.
Always use their chosen pronoun. It’s their choice and not yours.

#4 Equal rights for all.
When it comes to rights, such as paternity/maternity leave, strive to create an equal environment for all employees.

#5 Stay ahead of the current.
Be aware of possible friction points within your organization and consider personal talks and group training to avoid them, so that your company is a place where all employees accept one another.

  Report of LGTBQ+ workplace behavior analysis (Hebrew) – June 2022

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