THE EMPLOYMENT PROCESS OF LGBT IN THE ALBANIAN SOCIETY
THE EMPLOYMENT PROCESS OF LGBT IN THE ALBANIAN SOCIETY

Summary/Abstract: Humans have a direct impact on culture evolution. Similar or adaptable behaviour, mindsets and beliefs between people constitute the foundation of social interaction. Facts about topics that are unrealistic to the Albanian culture are being introduced to our society more and more frequently. Differences in opinions, actions, and preferences were largely acknowledged, but the most challenging ones are those related to sexual orientation. This paper aims to address the position of the LGBT community in employment relations in the city of Tirana. Based on the qualitative methodology of research, the author aims to identify the level and degree of prejudice, social exclusion, stigmatization or discrimination of those who are different from the rest of the employees. The paper deals with the aspects of inclusion in the work process of individuals of the LGBT community, from the moment of interviewing until their final employment. Upon the analysis, the author concludes that there is little to no workplace discrimination against members of the LGBT community, with the exception of occasional harassment and incendiary remarks about sexual orientation which only occur when people are first confronted with the reality of their situation. No employee from the LGBT community has ever had their employment terminated because of their sexual orientation. The paper also provides a number of recommendations to the Albanian government, groups that defend their rights, and the LGBT community itself in an effort to raise societal awareness of their acceptance and equal treatment.

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