Transgender resources
The University has published compliance checklists for units to facilitate compliance with civil rights laws relating to employment practices: Compliance Checklists – Civil Rights Compliance Office. Please refer to the checklists for the most current compliance guidance while other webpage content is being updated.
Transgender resources for UW employees
Find information about University policies, procedures and resources that are available to you.
Developing a workplace transition plan
Guidance developed in collaboration with campus partners and employees who have transitioned.
Resources for managers and colleagues of transgender employees
Using appropriate terminology is an important part of respectfully supporting transgender people.
Best practices for managers and HR representatives
There is no single formula for managing gender transitions in the workplace.
Terminology
The following terms will help you navigate terminology used throughout this resource.
Sample workplace transition plan – employee’s manager
Controlling the flow of information is very important in managing the transition process; confidentiality is a primary concern.