Inside My Transphobic Job: They Fired Me

I’m a trans man who was recently let go from a workplace that felt transphobic, homophobic and sexist. In this video, I walk you through the events leading up to my firing, share my reactions, and explore the questions that still linger. Join me as I piece together what happened and try to make sense of it all.

Why do yall think I was let go?

#trans #ftm #fired #transman #discrimination

[tiffanyc]

"jobs are replaceable. i am not." exactly. Totally understand why you pushed through some red flags at the beginning. No need to blame yourself, you were trying to persevere! Hopefully next time you'll trust your gut a little more. (Also, the way I gasped at three hour naps in the car!! ) Wishing you blessings in the future!

[duerremueller]

I'm also a trans guy and was fired for having my pronoun pin on my lanyard at work a while back. I also quit a job at the end of last year after getting threats to my safety from my managers and being threatened and blocked from using any bathroom on the premises (which is absurd because I work in the mental health field). Transphobia sucks! Take good care of yourself and remember that you deserve the best <3 Hang in there

[SammieBeeNewOrleans]

Coming from a Trans 🏳️‍⚧️ Female I’m so sorry this happened to you 😭😭😭😭. This may not be much but I’m here to show my support much love ❤️✊ and take care‼️‼️

[tibo]

I'm so sorry man. I'm pre-transition, the whole thing, having to live as a woman. I'm about to get a decent job, and I'll have to work there for 3 years minimum. I'm so scared things may go wrong if I get outed. I can't even transition because of the risks but idk how long I can go on living like this, everyday is a struggle to stay alive.

[束]

I’m so sorry to hear 💜💜💜
You are loved and I’m wishing you the best.

[obedhailsham]

So if you don’t disclose your identity, you are a bad person and if you disclose your identity, you are ‘obnoxious’. You can’t win with these people.

[Styrestian]

Hello, I want to say I really hope your next work place is so much better. It is sad people are so mean! I wish you the best luck ahead man ... !

[shibenikvaysyor]

Tons and tons of love to you Kyle ❤ I wish and hope you find a great place among good people 🙏

[Pbble_weirdoXD]

Haven’t even watched the video and I’m scared

[izukumidoriya]

I'm very lucky to have supportive coworkers. My manager in particular has actually gone out of her way to make me more comfortable with myself. She's the reason I'm going by a new name now, she's the reason people refer to me with he/him pronouns, she's the reason my nametag says what it says. She's helped push me out of that shell a tad bit, and she corrects others if they ever mess anything up when I'm too scared to. She tells me I gotta love myself, and boy would I love to, but it's unfortunately just so hard and stressful to do so with how the world is right now. I just hope I can continue to get the support I have, both from her and all my other amazing coworkers. My job overall has so many lgbtq+ people and I absolutely love that about it even if working sucks.

[UnidentifiedNetwork]

Proud of you for telling your story. As a white person, considering everything, it wouldn't be a stretch if they were also racist (if they are majority white) which is why they fired you. Just like they wouldn't say transphobic or sexist comments to said minority's face, the same goes to people of color. I've heard some racist stuff that I know these white people wouldn't have the audacity to say to an actual person of color.

Thank you for sharing this story, i havent joined the workforce yet. This is very good to know. The "a trans" bit is insane, made me sad

[Mr_Lemon_Drop]

You didn't deserve to be treated that way. You deserve to work in a space where you're valued and respected for who you are. Better things are ahead, and you've got people who support you. You've already shown so much courage by being authentically yourself. Keep going. You've got this.🙌🏾💪🏾❤🤗💐

[apartmentsixeleven]

You’re gorgeous and intelligent, it’s likely you’re going to be fine again. Hopefully soon. We’re in horrific times right now, times we never thought we’d see, but I’m sending you good vibes and best wishes that you find something safe and that pays well, soon.

[TwighlightAngelRose]

You know I was fired from my last job. At first I was devastated because I never had gotten fired before. Not once in my 15+ years of working. But it was a blessing. Why? Because not only I found a healthier and better job they accepted me when I came out to them about me starting my trans journey. They even hooked me up with some resources to help me with some of the things like changing my name. They went as far as using my new name as “preferred name” meaning it will show up on the clock and schedule as my new name. So it is tough and hard but you know you’ll find that job that will accept you as who you are and you’ll live a much healthier and happier life. Just keep strong and spend this time to do some well deserved R&R

[kareemk]

I'm sorry this happened to you. Much love and respect. 🙏🏿❤

[kellygirl]

Like you said PK this was a BLESSING. You don't want to work in the devils playground and that's what that place is. You my friend are so much worthier than to be there. People are always going to hate no matter what. Whether its color of skin, religion, body size, looks, what car you got, you name it. There is no 100% escape from that for any of us. Chin up, chest out, you fierce Warrior. You got this.

[caitlinjopepe]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience, this is more valuable than I can put into words. I just wanna remind you that it's not your fault that people are like this, it's not your fault for trying to participate in society and pay your bills. I'm sorry it's like this, but your outlook is super admirable

[robertlaughlin]

I’m so sorry that you had to endure that. It’s a blessing not be there anymore. One door closes and another will open. I wish you the best and thank you for living your truth. You are loved and supported. I don’t know where you live but I hope it’s a safe place. I live in Minneapolis and we’re a safe space with a growing trans population.

[BreeKolean]

Sorry to hear that young man. You'll find something better, stay strong.

[MiaRosenbloom]

It's funny how "freedom of speech" in the workplace only applies to conservatives lately. They can say anything they want without consequence, but let one of us trans people argue with them and we get fired.

Me personally, I believe that religion, politics, etc. should be kept out the workplace. Even if I could speak freely at work about my beliefs, I'd STILL leave my politics at the door, like any decent employee should.