Coming Out and Homophobia at Work: Experiences in Montes Claros-MG

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Keywords:

Coming Out, Homofobia, Violência, Relações de Trabalho

Abstract

In this work, we seek to understand the experiences of coming out and homophobia in the city of Montes Claros-MG. We chose to adopt a qualitative approach. Nine semi-structured interviews were conducted with gay professionals in the municipality, followed by content analysis. Regarding coming out, the difficulty of separating public and private life in the interior of Minas Gerais stands out, which led most of the interviewees to reveal their sexual identity. However, this did not prevent them from suffering from homophobia at work, which was noticed in sarcastic and offensive comments, barriers imposed on work, difficulty in relationships, intimidation and discouragement from disclosure of sexual orientation, and being fired from the company. On the other hand, the interviewees perceive gains when they come out, such as a feeling of professional satisfaction and self-confidence, strengthening bonds with colleagues, improved work performance, and reconciling personal and professional life. Finally, the importance of measures that promote, in fact, the visibility, inclusion and recognition of non-heterosexual subjects is highlighted.

 

Keywords: coming out, homophobia, violence, labor relations.

Author Biographies

  • Carlos Sérgio Rodrigues Cardoso, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros (UNIMONTES), Brazil

    Bolsista de Iniciação Científica. Bacharel em Administração pela Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - UNIMONTES.

  • João Henrique Machado Delgado, Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), Brazil

    Graduando em Administração pela Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, integrante Núcleo de Estudos Organizacionais e Sociedade (NEOS), onde atua em pesquisas com ênfase nas temáticas de gêneros e sexualidades no mercado de trabalho.

  • Felipe Fróes Couto, Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros (UNIMONTES), Brazil

    Professor de Educação Superior na Universidade Estadual de Montes Claros - UNIMONTES. Doutor em Administração pela Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais - UFMG.

  • Alexandre de Pádua Carrieri, Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), Brazil

    Professor Titular da Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais - UFMG. Doutor em Administração pela Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais.

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Published

2022-01-01

Issue

Vol. 22 No. 1 (2022): rPOT N1/2022

Section

Professional Experience Reports

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