I came out at work some months ago. Since that time I have been keeping them up to date on different things.
In the first open letter, I informed everyone that I would like to be identified as female.
Now I know this is really hard for most people that knew me before my transition. However, there is a new hire now. When he was hired he was introduced to me, rather I was introduced to him as Cayleigh. Female. I wear feminine clothing, I have breasts that are starting to show, I wear make-up and have a feminine name that I go by.
During the training process, I was to train this gentleman in what we do. He is to take over my area, do I had to introduce him to my clients and inform evryone that he would be taking over.
There would be times where he would refer to me as "he", "man", etc... I sent out an email explaining to him that I prefer to be referred to as female.
He still refers to me as male and says, "sorry, I just don't see it."
This is frustrating as hell.
How long do you give someone before you finally just have it out with them? I am pretty close. At what point is it considered harrassment? Or is it simpy idiocy?
sigh........
It doesn't matter whether or not he "sees it". He still needs to respect your gender identity in the workplace.
ReplyDeleteI would call him on it, politely but firmly. I would inform him that refusal to stop could be considered harrassment. If he asks if you are threatening him, say no. You are informing him. The End.
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