LGBTQ+ individuals continue to face significant workplace discrimination, with barriers to being out resulting in various forms of harassment and isolation, particularly for nonbinary people.
Almost half of LGBTQ+ workers remain closeted to their employers, choosing to alter their appearance and behavior out of fear of discrimination or reprisal.
Brad Sears highlights the reality of workplace environments, stating that even out employees often downplay their identities, resorting to behavioral changes to avoid potential backlash.
The Williams Institute study indicates persistent challenges for nonbinary individuals, with three in five reporting workplace discrimination, ranging from slurs to being passed over for promotions.
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