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The COVID Cocoon: What Employers Should Know About Gender Transition and Return-to-Work
The COVID Cocoon is a nickname given for the phenomenon of people discovering their gender diversity during the pandemic environment. Transgender people aren’t just ‘out of the closet’ in their personal lives, but at work as well. Unfortunately, they have long faced significant discrimination in the workplace and it’s up to employers to proactively work towards a more inclusive environment, which benefits the organization as well as the individual.
This report synthesizes current research, pop culture, DEI and human resources expertise, and the input of survey participants to reveal:
The pandemic’s impact on gender identity
What gender diversity means for employees and employers
Recommendations to increase gender inclusivity as workplaces worldwide grapple with returning to work
Read the Executive Summary
Launch Event
Watch our report launch event with senior leadership, DEI professionals, human resources departments, managers, and individuals contributors celebrating International Transgender Day of Visibility.
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