What the Supreme Court Has Done to Protect LGBTQ Employees
The Supreme Court made history on Monday, June 15, 2020, when it ruled that the Civil Rights Act of 1964 applies to discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. What does the decision mean for the LGBTQ community? And what steps can we take to ensure our employers comply with the law?
Learn how the Supreme Court protected LGBTQ employees
Finally, the Supreme Court protects LGBTQ workers
In this episode of Queer Money®we discuss the Supreme Court’s recent ruling protecting LGBTQ workers. We’re covering the rights of LGBTQ workers in the US before June 15thThIt explains how we could be terminated based on sexual orientation or gender identity in up to 30 states before the decision is made.
We’ll walk you through the Supreme Court’s decision on the Civil Rights Act and describe how we now have remedies in all 50 states any part our termination is related to our LGBTQ status. Listen in to learn how this decision could impact workplace discrimination, and learn how to document your workplace experiences (both positive and negative) in case you ever need to prove your case in court.
“The Supreme Court decision will not end discrimination against LGBTQ employees in the workplace. It won’t end homophobia. And it’s a shame that this is necessary. But as I said: document, document, document and be prepared to protect yourself.”Click to tweet
Covered issues related to the Supreme Court’s protection of LGBTQ workers
Rights of LGBTQ workers in the US before June 15, 2020
Can be terminated without recourse in 30 states
Usually done passively and contributes to the wage gap
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the Civil Rights Act
Protects employees from termination based on LGBTQ status
Exception for small businesses with fewer than 15 employees
What the Supreme Court decision means for our community
Will not end discrimination or homophobia in the workplace
Provides legal recourse for termination in all 50 states
Our call to action for all LGBTQ employees moving forward
Document positive feedback and performance reviews
Document homophobia and negative experiences
Find colleagues who will confirm your story
What to do if you are fired because of your sexual orientation/gender identity?
- Contact the state agency responsible for such complaints
- Contact the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission