tasha_tart -> RE: Public Humilation Pros and Cons (7/10/2008 8:13:51 PM)
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ORIGINAL: SaraZeal Appropriate all depends on you, and who you are with, it's usually a compromise, unless you want no say at all in it, then it's all her decision. I'd go with what you're comfortable being seen as, without fearing for your job or whatever has importance to you. If play makes you lose your job, it could affect the relationship I'd say. There is no 'law' against cross-dressing as far as I know, that are still applicable, but employers can often apply their own bias, and fire you for it (if you're seen). It's happened in Quebec province to someone (who wasn't playing, they just presented as female off the job), and this province is pretty liberal compared to the US. Got fired over it because of being seen in a mall (and they worked in a college, obviously not the mall). Was able to sue them over discrimination, but well this person is a lawyer too. Most people wouldn't have the means to sue an employer over this. Any employer can fire anyone, any time, for anything. It will always be up to the individual to fight it, through a union or prfessional association, the courts, or human rights bodies. In Ontario, the Human Rights Code prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, since it is viewed as a form of sex discrimination. Under recent changes to the Code (Our Changing Mission), everyone bringing a human rights complaint will have access to legal advice and/or representation, regardless of income. Tasha
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