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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
More than half of workers say their company lacks an LGBTQ+ resource group
This story was originally published on HR Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily HR Dive newsletter. About 57% of workers say their company doesn't have an LGBTQ+ employee resource group or equivalent support group, according to a new poll by Monster. 'Organizations can help foster an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ employees through resources, visibility, and open dialogue,' Monster said. In a May 2025 survey of 1,300 U.S. workers, 17% said they feel more comfortable discussing gender identity or sexual orientation, as compared to last year, while 42% feel less comfortable. Half of workers said their company's policies regarding protections for gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation have remained the same since the beginning of the current administration. Among workers who identify as LGBTQ+, 14% said they're open about their sexual orientation and gender identity with colleagues, compared to 45% of straight or cisgender employees. A quarter of workers said it's very important for workplaces to foster open discussion about LGBTQ+ identities and expression. Nearly half of workers, however, said they believe fostering open discussions about LGBTQ+ identities or expression is 'completely irrelevant' in the workplace. To increase LGBTQ+ comfort and belonging at work, Monster said companies can expand and communicate policy protections; only 2% of workers saying their company's policies regarding LGBTQ+ protections have expanded since the beginning of the current administration. During Pride month, HR professionals should consider several steps to promote belonging while mitigating legal risks, management-side law firms wrote in recent weeks. Although cultural observances may not be a target for federal enforcement actions, this year may feel 'thornier' to navigate, Ogletree Deakins attorneys said in an analysis, noting that planning ahead and leading with inclusion can help. Despite federal efforts to end private-sector diversity, equity and inclusion programs, most employers intend to maintain their initiatives with few or no changes, according to an employer survey by law firm Littler Mendelson. At the same time, a growing number of employers reported concerns about the potential for DEI-related litigation. On the employee side, LGBTQ+ workers are reporting more discrimination and less happiness at work, according to a WorkL report. Similarly, they've experienced declining levels of empowerment, job satisfaction and pride in their work. Recommended Reading A court blocked an 'anti-woke' law in Florida. What does that mean for HR?
CBC
29-05-2025
- General
- CBC
Manitoba has your back, premier tells 2SLGBTQ+ community
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said Thursday at an event in the legislature celebrating the launch of Pride Month that the government will support anyone facing anti-2SLGBTQ+ sentiment. The event included a drag show.
National Post
09-05-2025
- Sport
- National Post
Charles Barkley gives heated response in 'stupid' debate about transgender athletes
Charles Barkley is a man who never shies away from controversial topics, no matter which side he lands on. Article content Article content On Thursday, he weighed in on the hot-button topic of transgender athletes in sports, an issue that has caused heated debate over the past few years. Article content The basketball legend, who currently serves an NBA analyst, was very blunt with his take during an appearance on Meet Pat Spencer, the NBA's most unlikely player who went from lacrosse legend to the Leagueance on Outkick's Don't @ Me with Dan Dakich. Barkley called those who support transgender athletes being able to compete in women's sports 'stupid.' Article content 'I'm gonna make this very simple for you, Dan: Men should not play sports against women,' Barkley said. 'I'm not gonna get into all the bulls*** that's going on out here in the world today. Article content CHARLES BARKLEY: 'I do not under any circumstances, zero, think that men should play sports against women.' 'I'm done. I don't wanna hear you try to explain it to me.' COMMON SENSE IS MAKING A COMEBACK🔥👇🏼 — TONY™ (@TONYxTWO) May 9, 2025 Article content Barkley reiterated his support for the LGBTQ community, but said he won't back down in his stance regarding trans athletes' inclusion in competitive sports. Article content 'I support the gay community 100%. I support the transgender community 100%. But I do not, under any circumstances — zero — think that men should play sports against women,' he said. Article content Earlier this year, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning biological males from women's sports, threatening schools to either comply or face the loss of federal funds. Article content A day later, the NCAA changed its eligibility policies for transgender competitors. Article content Barkley, an NBA hall of famer, said that no amount of public pressure would get him to change his stance on the subject. Article content 'If anybody has a problem with that, they're gonna have to get over it because I'm not gonna change my (mind). I just think it's wrong, period,' he said. Article content 'If people disagree with me, I'm good with that. Hey, we disagree, I'm not mad at you, I don't hate you, I'm not going to call you names because that's just silly and stupid. Article content 'I'm never going to think it's alright for men to play sports against women.' Article content While the outspoken star has shared controversial opinions in the past, he didn't feel like this was one of them. Article content Article content 'I don't even think that's controversial,' he added. 'When you see these debates on TV … I'm done, I don't wanna hear you try to explain it to me. No, no, no, I don't wanna hear it. I'm not gonna argue with you. Men shouldn't play sports against women. I'm done.' Article content Dakich had broached the subject with Barkley by asking the 11-time all-star about unfounded reports that Nike had funded a study on transgender children in sports that looked at the effects of hormone therapy and puberty blockers on 'trans adolescents.' Article content Barkley said he was unaware of the reports but then said that he felt children should not be exposed to the life-altering drugs. Article content 'I don't even think anybody knows who they are as a young kid. So, I think we have to be very careful because you don't want to put kids in a disadvantageous situation, because, hey, when you get older, you can make your own decision,' he said. 'I think we have to be very careful screwing around with kids because they're not fully developed as a person.' Article content
