Your lesbian and gay employee group can also serve as a watchdog, making sure steps are taken any time the policy is violated. Talk confidentially to the person who experienced the discrimination and ask if there's anything you can do to help. Find out if he or she wants to report it to management. Such examples are very important as we work to pass the Employment Non-Discrimination Act. See our list of organizations with non-discrimination policies already in force, and contact some.
Most organizations are happy to share such information because it is extremely positive.
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