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Our Commitment to the LGBTQ+ Community

In the spirit of Pride month, BJC EAP would like to reiterate our commitment to supporting and affirming our LGBTQ+ clients.

October 11 Is National Coming Out Day

October 11 is National Coming Out Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of civil rights for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community.

Frontline Supervisor: Diversity in the Workplace

Q. We have a very diverse workplace, and I sometimes correct employees when I see them demonstrating poor tolerance of coworkers’ differences. I am not an expert on tolerance and bias, so can you offer some language, tips, or “phrases” helpful in educating employees?

Frontline Supervisor: Diversity in the Workplace

Q. How should supervisors view or understand diversity in the workplace and use it as a resource to support the organization’s mission?

Frontline Supervisor: Diversity in the Workplace

Q. We employ an ethnically diverse mix of people. While there’s no evidence of racism here, I sense trouble brewing. Is the EAP able to promote tolerance or cross-cultural awareness?