Ms. Y: a life less ordinary - an interview

Ms. Y: a life less ordinary - an interview

Purpose - Ms. Y is a MTF (male-to-female) woman. The purpose of the interview is to examine the problematics of leading a life that is perceived as different in the workplace and in private.Design methodology approach - The paper discusses common problems faced by transsexuals at work.Findings - Ms....

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Veröffentlicht in:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: An International Journal Diversity and Inclusion: An International Journal, 2013-06, Vol.32 (5), p.515-518
1. Verfasser: Jones, Jackie
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Attitude change
Attitudes
Dress
Dress codes
Employees
Estrogens
Females
Gender
Human relations
Interviews
Organizational culture
Role models
Social norms
Transgender persons
Transsexuality
Work place
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Zusammenfassung:Purpose - Ms. Y is a MTF (male-to-female) woman. The purpose of the interview is to examine the problematics of leading a life that is perceived as different in the workplace and in private.Design methodology approach - The paper discusses common problems faced by transsexuals at work.Findings - Ms. Y divulges some personal and intimate thoughts, in particular her thoughts about dress codes, difficulties at work and becoming herself.Originality value - The interview comments highlight the lack in the pace of change and persistent attitudes towards transsexuals.
ISSN:2040-7149
2040-7157
DOI:10.1108/EDI-02-2013-0005