How LGBTQ+ women can respond to bias at work
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LGBTQ+ women often face overlapping examples of bias at work—from intrusive questions and offensive remarks to being excluded from key conversations or social events.
While it’s not the responsibility of LGBTQ+ employees to fix biased systems, responding strategically can help protect your boundaries and strengthen your position.
In this video, we share practical ways to push back effectively: asking clarifying questions, naming behavior when appropriate, setting clear boundaries, and building support from trusted colleagues and allies.
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