The Rights Five are a team of superheroes representing five Colorado laws that protect and enrich the lives of LGBT Coloradans.
First up we've got The Enlightener. She represents Employment Nondiscrimination.In 2007, Colorado made discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of sexual orientation illegal. The law includes a definition of sexual orientation that includes transgender status.
The law makes it illegal to consider sexual orientation, including transgender status, when making employment-related decisions, as well as to make inquiries about an applicant's or employee's sexual orientation, inclusive of transgender status.
The law applies to all employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, on-the-job training, and vocational training programs and schools.
Individuals who have experienced discrimination and would like to file a complaint should contact the Colorado Civil Rights Division or call 303-894-2997.
For additional information on Employment Nondiscrimination, click here.
