Transitioning Gender at Work - A guide for kaimahi and their leaders

Sec9on 75 of the Act, states that Chief Execu9ves “must be guided by the principle that the group comprising all public service employees should reflect the makeup of society; and in employment policies and prac9ces, foster a workplace that is inclusive of all groups.” Providing adequate support and safety for transi9oning staff is paramount to uphold the Act. [...] • The Employment Rela5ons Act 2000 has several relevant provisions including flexible working (the employee’s rights and the du9es of the employer); en9tlement to leave and support when experiencing family violence; breasBeeding requirements; the issue of discrimina9on in an employee’s employment and the prohibited grounds of discrimina9on. [...] • The Parental Leave and Employment Protec5on Act 1987 sets out the rights and protec9ons applying to employees on the birth of a child or on the adop9on of a child. [...] The manager and employee should discuss and plan for the leave that might be necessary for surgery and the subsequent recovery period. [...] genderminori9es.com The Gender Centre The Gender Centre develops and provides services and ac9vi9es to enhance the ability of transgender and gender diverse people to make informed choices.