Protections for Transgender & Nonbinary Workers

Did you know it is against the law to misgender* nonbinary and transgender workers?

Did you know it is against the law to not allow nonbinary and transgender workers to use bathrooms that best match their gender identity?

*Misgendering is when you do not use someone’s preferred pronoun.

The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Enforcement Guidance was recently updated to reflect the US Supreme Court ruling that anti-bias laws cover LGBTQI+ workers. If you would like to learn more, check out the guidance linked above. There are clear examples of what is considered harassment under federal anti-discrimination laws.

Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA) provides legal tips to help Montanans better understand their rights and find free resources.

Need more help? MLSA assists Montanans with civil legal issues. To apply, contact Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA) at 1-800-666-6899 or apply online at MontanaLawHelp.org.