Affinity Orientation Discrimination
Affinity Orientation Discrimination Outline The Affinity Orientation Act is described as a person attracted to those of his or her own gender. Affinity orientation is not a protected category under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. Those who are terminated, or not hired, solely on the basis of affinity orientation have no claim for relief under the Federal law; however, many states and municipalities have individual legislation extending employment protection and benefits to gays and lesbians. ... Negative Issues and/or Dilemmas as it Relates to Affinity Orientation · Sexual orientation may be used against someone for an employment decision, such as, a promotion. · Gay employees may be retaliated against due to their sexual orientation because of coworkers own personal biases.