Introduction
Society as a whole is becoming increasingly aware of the transgender community. And while there is no shortage of opinions, there is a dearth of reliable, well‐sourced information. To fill this gap, more and more companies are bringing in subject matter experts to demystify the process of creating an affirming environment for transgender employees and customers alike. Is bringing in a subject matter expert going to right every wrong? No. But it is a good place to start. I am one of those subject matter experts, and this book is my contribution to what is quickly becoming a robust conversation around transgender inclusion in the workplace.
Is it possible to create the safe and affirming workplace we so desire? I believe so. Is it possible to create a work environment in which you get it right 100% of the time? I'm not sure I would go quite that far. But, while I might fall short of believing in our ability to create a fully utopian workspace, I do believe we can do better than we currently are. And that process begins with the acquiring of knowledge, the furthering of understanding, and the application of both. It is my hope that this book will assist you in accomplishing just that.
Who This Book Is For
You might be wondering who the intended audience is for this book. Is this a book for transgender individuals? Is this a book for allies? Is this a book for both? Neither? Who is this book for, exactly? Well, the answer to that question is this book is for everyone ...
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