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APPENDIX D:
Best Employment Practices Objective Checklist q “Sexual identity” and “gender identity and expression” are included in firm’s non-discrimination policy. q Dress code policy is sensitive and respective towards transgender employees. q Diversity training is required and includes LGBT issues. q The firm makes financial and other contributions to LGBT organizations. q The firm actively seeks to employ LGBT employees. q The firm participates in local diversity career fairs and conferences. q A “gross-up” benefit is offered to employees with same-sex partners for adverse treatment by federal tax laws. q The firm provides gender transition guidelines documenting supportive firm policy on issues such as name changes, restroom accommodations, dress codes, and harassment. q The firm has an officially recognized diversity council or workgroup with a mission that specifically includes LGBT issues. q The firm has an officially recognized LGBT affinity group. q The firm sponsors LGBT community events.
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