I had my first encounter with hate this week from a family member, someone I loved and trusted. It shook me. The bathroom debate has stirred up… Read more “listen to the silence”
Tag: discrimination
Challenge experiences of discrimination in all ways, always!
The first time I remember being followed around a store, I was in elementary school. My mother’s body language was the clue that something wasn’t quite right,… Read more “Challenge experiences of discrimination in all ways, always!”
Is it Discrimination? Pregnancy, Parenthood and Your Rights in the Workplace
Although my practice is now focused on special education matters, I still get plenty of employment law questions these days, as is evident from the many… Read more “Is it Discrimination? Pregnancy, Parenthood and Your Rights in the Workplace”
Need to Know: Planning for Kindergarten with a Food Allergy
Earlier this week, Jen blogged about her apprehension toward her son starting kindergarten—a whole eighteen months from now—due to his severe allergy to peanuts, which can trigger… Read more “Need to Know: Planning for Kindergarten with a Food Allergy”
Don’t Be a Secret Mom: Why It’s Not a Good Idea to Hide Our Status As a Parent at Work
It didn’t strike me as odd until a few years later, after I had a toddler and a baby of my own in tow. But when I… Read more “Don’t Be a Secret Mom: Why It’s Not a Good Idea to Hide Our Status As a Parent at Work”