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STATE REPORT SHINES LIGHT ON WORKPLACE CHAL­LENGES FOR TRANS­GENDER AND
NON-BINARY IN­DI­VIDUALS

By Corey James Albany/Capital Region
PUBLISHED 5:45 PM ET Feb. 02, 2024 PUBLISHED 5:45 PM EST Feb. 02, 2024
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In a groundbreaking move, New York state officials are addressing issues of
inclusivity by delving into the employment experiences of transgender,
non-conforming, non-binary individuals in the state. The Department of Labor's
first-of-its-kind report sheds light on the challenges faced by this community
in workplaces across New York.

According to Kate Curry, board member and director of marketing at Cafe
Euphoria, a transgender and gender non-conforming owned and operated cafe and
restaurant, fostering meaningful conversations is crucial for addressing
discrimination based on gender identity.

Curry emphasized the significance of having a supportive community to navigate
the difficulties faced, especially in larger companies where change is
challenging.

“It's so hard to change, especially if you work for a large company. It's so
hard to change things from the inside out. So having a community, or having a
support group to talk to about the stuff that you're dealing with, is super
helpful. That's why we try to facilitate as much as we can here," Curry said.

The report underscores the prevalent issues of employment discrimination and a
lack of understanding surrounding gender identities in New York workplaces.

It suggests that the issues can be tackled through meaningful conversations, as
highlighted by Curry, who advocates for businesses to avoid making anyone feel
like an afterthought.

“What a lot of businesses can do to help is don't let anyone feel like they're
an afterthought,” Curry shared.

Cafe Euphoria prioritizes visibility and creating a supportive environment.
Rykeland Sweeney, a member and co-owner, explained the importance of programs
focused on assisting transgender and gender non-conforming individuals.

The cafe aims to provide a space where anyone who needs it can exist
comfortably, enjoy food, and have a good time.

“Visibility is super important, not just for other people to be able to show
empathy and support, but for our own community to acknowledge they're not
strange, they're not weird. They're not going to grow out of it. You know,
they're not wrong. No, you're just existing,” Curry explained.

“We have different programs that we run that are focused on helping them out.
But overall, we just want anybody who needs a space to exist to be able to come
here to have some food, hang out, have a good time,” Sweeney said.

The report not only identifies existing disparities, but also puts forth policy
recommendations to dismantle systemic barriers. It proposes uniform gender
identity data collection by federal agencies to enhance understanding and
support for the LGBTQ+ community.

Gov. Kathy Hochul, acknowledging the state's historical commitment to LGBTQ+
civil rights, expressed support for greater respect, stronger protections and
better opportunities for the community.

The struggles faced by non-binary and trans individuals, including genuine fears
for safety and workplace discrimination, are highlighted in the report.

“Listen to transgender and gender-nonconforming people, as they know what they
need and what is best for them,” said Sweeney.

For further details and to access the complete report from the New York State
Department of Labor, visit here.





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