I am my department’s top performer, guaranteed. I consistently work circles around my coworkers, provide support, and do everything else pretty much. They have rewarded others for their performance through a bi-monthly program, but some of these who were “rewarded” for their performance were also fired a few weeks later because of it.
Some coworkers of mine got a hold of my blog and tried to get me fired for it. My managers have taken me to HR where I was told that my work was solid, but my lifestyle was not. I was ordered to “keep it down”, although I really didn’t amp it up to begin with. Our VP of HR talked to me personally. She gave me a list of demands and I have followed every single one of them.
On the floor, I have been “gay bashed”, coworkers have thrown paperwork at me, slammed doors in my face, and so on. I have complained to my managers, but this behavior continues which leads me to believe that no one has been talked to. I have been called “weak” and told “I don’t know nothing” by these coworkers.
It’s not everyone, it’s a few people.
Is this discrimination? If so, what are my next steps as far as documentation? Am I out of line? I need a non-biased third party opinion here.
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By what you are stating, it does not sound like discrimination.
there is no law against being against gays.
Some companies have rules against it, but otherwise no issue.
Your first comment about your level of performance may rub people wrong.
Although I am not saying you are to blame, see what actions you do that may contribute to this.
Otherwise, sounds like you will be out of a job soon.
Good Luck
Unlike Roger suggests, I believe that it is illegal to discriminate against sexual orientation. In all it sounds like an angry work environment. Whether they are discriminating against you or they just don’t like you for some reason it sounds like an unpleasant place to be.
unless they are discrimination against you b/c of your race, religion, or gender, it company is allowed to discriminate.
i would just leave the place, and work someplace else. unless you have a couple ten thousand dollars to spend on a lawyer to sue them.
Absolutely. At the very least it is making you uncomfortable at the workplace which should be reported.
I would believe it is.
Long answer short. Google NLRB. National Labor Relations Board. As a former union representative, I highly recommend you do so. Not only are you encountering discrimination in your workplace. You’re a victim of an apparent physical assault. Be prepared to fight a long and very frustrating battle. Don’t falter. You’ll be glad in the end. If you need additional assistance, let me know. I’ve tangled with these type of individuals in the past, many times. Stick to black and white. I know it’s hard, but try not to take anything personal.
Martin Luther King Jr. said it best: “There is nothing more worse than pure ignorance, and conscientious stupidity.” Which is what you’re really up against at the current moment. Stay strong. The Jian.