LGBT Policy Statement

Policy Statement Template

Policy Template

Effective Date:

Policy Title: (What is the content?)

Purpose: Write a brief statement of the purpose.

Authority: Analyze how the proposed policy and current workplace legislation reflect social psychology principles.

· How does the research-based proposed policy meet the requirements of current laws?

· How do laws reflect principles of social psychology?

Audience: Who does this policy apply to?

Definitions: Define any uncommon terms.

Policy Statement: (1 or 2 paragraphs) Integrate social psychology principles and research to propose a LGBT policy for a workplace.

Rationale for the Policy Statement:

Analyze research related to concepts of self-esteem, self-concept, self-presentation, and self-efficacy for the LGBT population.

Evaluate the implications of a new policy for the organization and individuals.

· How will this new policy be perceived by others in the organization?

· How will this affect the organizational culture?

· What suggestions do you have for addressing resistance or changing the culture?

Support positions with references from scholarly and professional literature.

Writing Tips:

1) Do not use acronyms or abbreviations.

2) Write in the third person.

3) Use clear language to avoid misinterpretation or confusion.