According to CNBC, remote work can be a "game-changer" for LGBTQ+ employees, allowing them the freedom to choose where they live and work, rather than having to move to an unwelcoming city or state or be surrounded by less tolerant co-workers. One study found that "LGBTQ adults felt significantly less stressed and tired while doing paid work at home than while working at a workplace."
But can your employer be required to let you work remotely if it's integral to your mental health and well-being? Here's what LGBTQ+ employees need to know about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and whether working remotely is considered a reasonable accommodation for queer employees.
