Discrimination can have a profound effect on career choices and professional identities for members of the LGBTQ+ community. In some cases, it may lead to limited opportunities due to prejudice...
As a bisexual individual navigating professional environments, I have experienced firsthand the challenges of being validated and accepted in the workplace. In many cases, my identity has been...
There has been an increasing awareness of the impact that workplace microaggressions can have on individuals, particularly those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT)....
There is a lot of research about the short-term effects of coming out on people's lives. But what about the long-term effects? We need to look beyond just a few years after coming out. Coming out is...
How do experiences of workplace discrimination shape professional identity, career trajectories, and mental health for LGBTQ employees?
The experience of workplace discrimination can have a...
Fear of discrimination is one of the most significant challenges faced by people from diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. It has been widely acknowledged that individuals belonging to...
Intersectionality is the study of how multiple social identities combine to create unique forms of discrimination. This article will discuss how gender identity, racial/ethnic background,...
Professional Ambitions Intersecting Sexual Identity
The intersection between professional ambitions and sexual/gender identity can have significant effects on an individual's career trajectory,...
Institutionalized homophobia and systemic discrimination have been major factors shaping the long-term socioeconomic and professional outcomes for queer populations throughout history. These negative...
In many workplaces around the world, employees are often expected to adhere to traditional norms regarding their gender expression and sexual orientation. This means that they may feel pressured to...