FAQs
How are transgender-inclusive benefits included in the Corporate Equality Index?
An overview of how transgender-inclusive benefits have been included on the Corporate Equality Index over time.
Are transgender-inclusive health insurance benefits expensive?
Transgender-inclusive health insurance benefits are not expensive, particularly for large employers. Although some treatments, including particular surgical procedures, can add up to costs in the tens of thousands of dollars, these treatments generally represent a very small additional cost for insurance plans that cover large employers.Will some customers voice religious objections or other concerns?
Some customers may express concerns about the policy change or if they encounter a transgender employee. Employers should prepare appropriate protocols for addressing potential negative customer reactions that emphasize fairness, rather than changing peoples’ beliefs.Will some employees voice religious objections or other concerns?
Employers have the right and responsibility to set an expectation of fair treatment of all employees. Some employees may not agree with the decision to protect transgender workers, just as they may not agree with other workplace policies. However, protections are not about changing people’s beliefs, but rather preventing inappropriate workplace behavior and allowing all employees to do their jobs.
How much will it cost to amend our policies?
Expenses associated with amending employment policies are negligible, according to employers that have done so already.
What about transgender people who don’t transition, or other forms of gender expression?
As this publication focuses primarily on people who have or who plan to transition genders, an employer should generally defer to an employee’s full-time gender presentation in the application of its policies and expectations of employees, such as dress codes and use of facilities.
What restrooms should transgender people use?
Restroom access should be granted based on an employee’s full-time gender presentation.
Why should we amend our policies for a small number of transgender people?
The fact that the transgender population is relatively small does not justify ignoring workplace discrimination against people based on gender identity.
Can Transgender People Adopt Children?
Transgender people are not prohibited from adopting under law; however ...
Can Transgender People Get Legally Married?
Although marriage is not yet a legal option for gay or lesbian people in any state, it is already an option – and a reality – for many who are transgender.
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