Straight Talk About Gays in the Workplace (Haworth Gay & Lesbian Studies) [Hardcover]

John Dececco Phd (Author), Liz Winfeld (Author), Susan Spielman (Author)

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Establish inclusive policies to increase productivity and profitability!

Until recently, the topic of diversity in the workplace had been limited to race and gender issues. In the past decade, however, there has been a growing awareness that sexual orientation is also a valid component of diversity. Even more importantly, the inclusion of this aspect of diversity and workplace education about it in organizational policy and programs are positive, revenue-enhancing actions for business organizations. This is true whether the organization in question is a municipal employer, a college/university, a nonprofit, or a private sector employer.

The first edition of Straight Talk About Gays in the Workplace was the only book available to address sexual orientation for employers concerned about this aspect of diversity. This new edition is still the only book to do so. The book's approach is positive and practical, offering not only the 'why’and the 'what', but also the 'how-to', with strategies and tools to improve any workplace relative to this part of human resources. This new edition is fully updated with state-of-the-art information on:

• domestic partner benefits (DPBs)
• effective education regarding sexual orientation in the workplace
• marketing opportunities generated by full inclusion
• why full inclusion makes good business sense

Straight Talk About Gays in the Workplace, Second Edition clarifies the details and impacts of:

• workplace education about sexual orientation
• tax codes concerning partner benefits
• the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA)
• the Hate Crimes Bill

. . . and provides resources including:

• all applicable tax codes concerning partner benefits
• sample affidavit for partner benefits
• sample announcement for partner benefits
• sample termination form for partner benefits
• detailed information on the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA)
• detailed information about the Hate Crimes Bil
• a model for successful education focused on sexual orientation
• Web resources for more information . . . and more!

After reading this volume, you will be able to write a business plan, proposal, or justification for policy/program improvements that will benefit your business. Straight Talk About Gays in the Workplace, Second Edition is especially valuable in today's job market where it is increasingly difficult to find and keep qualified job candidates.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 204 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; 2 edition (February 7, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156023170X
• ISBN-13: 978-1560231707
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #803,802 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A one of a kind tool, August 27, 2003

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This review is from: Straight Talk About Gays in the Workplace (Haworth Gay & Lesbian Studies) (Paperback)

This book remains a one of a kind resource for anybody, employee, manager, administrator or executive, who wants to help their organization deal with the realm of issues that are raised by sexual orientation in the workplace. It covers all aspects of this part of diversity and is a must read for anyone wishing to learn more about sexual orientation, diversity education, domestic partner benefits and much more.