For Organizations
For Employers
Policy is easy. Practice is hard. We help organizations close the gap between what they say they value and what actually happens when an employee comes out.
Policy and practice are not the same thing.
Most organizations have updated their non-discrimination policies. Far fewer have prepared their managers for the moment an employee actually comes out — what to say, what not to say, what HR is required to do, and how to protect both the employee and the organization.
Real You at Work bridges that gap. We work directly with HR teams, managers, and leadership to build the knowledge, language, and processes that make inclusion real — not just stated.
Who we work with
HR directors and talent teams navigating an employee's active transition
Diversity, equity, and inclusion leaders building inclusive workplace culture
Managers preparing for a disclosure conversation
Legal and compliance teams assessing Title VII and state-law obligations
Organizations that want to get ahead of the issue before it becomes a crisis
What We Offer
Organizational consulting services
Manager Preparation
Coaching and scripted guidance for managers preparing for a disclosure conversation — what to say, what to avoid, and how to set the right tone for the team.
HR Policy Review & Development
We review your existing policies against current best practices and applicable law, and help you develop or update transition-at-work protocols that are both legally sound and genuinely supportive.
Inclusive Language Training
Practical, non-judgmental training for teams on pronouns, names, and respectful communication — grounded in real workplace scenarios, not abstract theory.
Legal Compliance Guidance
We help organizations understand their obligations under Title VII, EEOC guidance, and applicable state law — and how to document and respond to complaints appropriately.
Transition-at-Work Planning
When an employee is actively transitioning, we help HR build a structured plan: timeline, communications, systems updates, and a clear process for the employee and their team.
Ongoing Organizational Support
Retainer-based consulting for organizations that want an experienced advisor available as situations evolve — new hires, policy questions, team conflicts, or leadership changes.
A Personal Message
Hear directly from our Director
Dr. Mare Layne has spent years working with organizations navigating employee gender transitions. In this message, she speaks directly to employers about what it takes to get it right — and what's at stake when organizations don't.
Message from the Director
Dr. Mare Layne, Real You at Work
Free Resources
Employer Guides & References
Download these free resources to help your organization prepare — no sign-up required.
Employer Transition Roadmap
A comprehensive guide for HR teams and managers covering every stage of supporting an employee through a workplace gender transition — policies, communication, and best practices.
Employer Quick Reference
A concise one-page summary of the key steps and responsibilities for employers supporting a transitioning employee. Keep it on hand for managers and HR.
Employer Talking Points
Ready-to-use language for managers and HR professionals when communicating with teams about an employee's transition — clear, respectful, and legally sound.
Why Real You at Work
We don't just know the policy. We know what happens next.
Generic DEI training rarely prepares an organization for the specific, human moment when an employee transitions. We bring lived experience, legal knowledge, and years of real workplace consulting to every engagement — so your organization is ready when it matters. Don't risk your company mismanaging employee identity.
Every organizational engagement begins with a consultation to understand your specific situation, team size, and goals.
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