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So I went to H.R. yesterday to discuss me coming in on weekends as Sarah. In January at an off-site meeting they said we were going to be LGBT inclusive. We are a German owned international company. Germany is pushing for this. We are nowhere near where they want us to be with this. The lady in HR has Trans friends so she is pushing for this. I spoke with the supervisors also. I have a direct line to HR and supervisors. They are 100% behind me. If I have any problems I take a picture of the person and send it to HR and supervisor. Yesterday someone was given a record of discussion for disrespecting someone who is on HRT. I’m going into work as Sarah today. I barely slept last night. Worrying, will I have any problems. With the parent company,HR and supervisors support, if I do it won’t be for long. How cool is this ladies? Time to go.
First, this is exciting Sarah! I’m happy for you! Go for it!
It sounds to me like the company has your back. That’s the good part. But the framework of protection they’ve created doesn’t change people’s attitudes. Negative interactions can still happen. You’ll have to decide how to handle them. Still, this is good place to be in. I would encourage you to not tolerate transphobic behavior from coworkers. Doing so will only encourage them.
One caution though. I think the direction they gave to take a picture is misguided. That could easily escalate a tense situation into something worse. It would be better to quietly remove yourself from the situation and immediately report it to HR.
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Congratulations! You are fortunate to be in a company that is inclusive. I worked in the automotive field, about as testosterone filled as possible. Nothing like your situation would have ever, ever happened.
We are an automotive supplier, testosterone filled. Everyone in here knows I’m not someone to mess around with. I’m not easily intimidated.
Tempting idea. I carry a purse/bag every day in femme or not. One of my hobbies is leather crafting so I make hats, purses and bags. I carry a lot of stuff so its got some decent weight to it. If I have any problems I go straight to one the of the 2 supervisors and HR. I wouldn’t want to put all that time and effort into making a beautiful purse, only to have it soiled with some loosers blood.
Update. There wasn’t a lot going on in the shop today so I’m home already. Most people already know I do this and are cool with it. I was welcomed back with open arms by those that know. Those that didn’t know were confused at first. Who is that woman? Oh! Hi. I was thanked for being me. Respect was given all around. I did my job like normal and went home. I think this is going to be an every weekend thing now. God this is great. Thank you to all my sisters here on CDH for your love and encouragement.
Hugs and kisses
Sarah
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