As Trans Awareness Week looms between 12th and 19th November, Salford City Council has produced a statement on Employees Transitioning At Work which includes a commitment to "supporting employees who have transitioned or are transitioning at work ensuring that they are treated with dignity and respect...
"...we will work to create a workplace that provides a supportive environment for trans employees and create a culture where trans employees feel able to thrive and are well supported during and after any process of transition" states the Council, which has worked with lesbian, gay, bi and trans charity, Stonewall, for two years perfecting its policies on the issue.
"We understand that transitioning is a unique process for each individual and may include any number of changes to a person's life" it adds "There is no 'right' or 'wrong' or 'single' way to transition. It may involve a medical intervention, but not all trans people want or are able to have this.
"Transitioning could also involve dressing differently, a change of name, changing official documents, telling friends and family that you are transitioning, or a number of other things" it explains "The start of or intent to transition will be different for everyone, it is about the individual... If an employee discloses that they are trans or intending to transition at work, their manager should aim to make this as smooth as possible..."
The Council's support for transitioning employees includes reviewing paid time off for transition related appointments and treatment...
"At the current time the commitment and associated manager guidance does not specifically cover arrangements for paid time off" the Council report states "However, a review of the current special leave arrangements will be undertaken, working with the leadership team, trade unions and the wider workforce, to ensure that all provisions for paid time off are fully inclusive and fair..."
For more details on Trans Awareness Week – click here
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