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Although Portuguese Labour Code forbids discrimination based on sexual orientation and
gender identity, 20% of LGBTQIA+workers report workplace discrimination, potentially
because non-discrimination policies do not protect against more covert types of discrimination. This study aimed to characterize workplace discrimination and support among Portuguese LGBTQIA+workers using online surveys to capture workplace satisfaction and
support and discrimination in the workplace. Quantitative results were computed using
STATA, Version 17.0. Qualitative data was analysed using NVivo 12. The sample included
60 participants who self-identifed as a sexual or gender minority. Although only 31.9% of
participants reported experiencing LGBTQIA+-based discrimination at work, only 30%
of participants reported being completely out at work. Qualitative fndings revealed two
main themes regarding adverse workplace experiences (overt discrimination and covert
discrimination), two main themes regarding neutral and positive workplace experiences
(acceptance and support and liberation after disclosure at work), and two main themes
regarding participants’ vision of a truly inclusive and supportive workplace (instrumental
changes and changes in values). These fndings indicate that discrimination attributable to
sexual orientation and gender identity still exists in Portuguese workplaces despite antidiscrimination protections and that more legal, institutional, and social support is needed to
ensure a safe workplace for LGBTQIA+people.
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LGBTQIA+ Occupational well-being Work environment Workplace discrimination LGBTQIA+ - Portugal