Comments - Alopecia grrrrs - Alopecia World2024-03-29T06:51:29Zhttps://alopeciaworld.com/profiles/comment/feed?attachedTo=2022678%3ABlogPost%3A263250&xn_auth=noMaybe start looking for a job…tag:alopeciaworld.com,2009-03-31:2022678:Comment:2641792009-03-31T05:01:48.364ZDiellehttps://alopeciaworld.com/profile/Dielle
Maybe start looking for a job in the U.S? If you could get a work visa then you would be able to stay here. I used to live in Canada (born there), so I know it is a difficult place to make a lawsuit successful. In the U.S however, employers fear a lawsuit and take every chance they get to make sure they aren't discriminating against anyone. Especially with the Americans with disabilities act, you cannot be fired or not hired because of a medical condition, and if you can prove that they fired…
Maybe start looking for a job in the U.S? If you could get a work visa then you would be able to stay here. I used to live in Canada (born there), so I know it is a difficult place to make a lawsuit successful. In the U.S however, employers fear a lawsuit and take every chance they get to make sure they aren't discriminating against anyone. Especially with the Americans with disabilities act, you cannot be fired or not hired because of a medical condition, and if you can prove that they fired you/didn't hire you because of it you have a pretty easy lawsuit on your hands. In general the U.S is pretty accepting of people that are different because they have to be, it isn't a myth that Americans are sue happy! Is there no manager in the company that might be sympathetic to your cause? I would try and befriend one of the managers in power because if you can get one on your side it is more likely that others will follow. Sorry you are having a bad day, they suck really bad and somehow they get us periodically even when we thought we were "fine" with the way things are. Hopefully tomorrow will be better! We all know you can sing...wh…tag:alopeciaworld.com,2009-03-31:2022678:Comment:2641112009-03-31T03:28:53.315ZTallgirlhttps://alopeciaworld.com/profile/Tallgirl
We all know you can sing...why not do that? Or teach what you know in a community school?
We all know you can sing...why not do that? Or teach what you know in a community school? What a bunch of assholes....d…tag:alopeciaworld.com,2009-03-30:2022678:Comment:2638732009-03-30T22:03:21.227ZRumpleteazerhttps://alopeciaworld.com/profile/Rumpleteazer88
What a bunch of assholes....damn
What a bunch of assholes....damn I agree full heartedly that w…tag:alopeciaworld.com,2009-03-30:2022678:Comment:2636752009-03-30T17:27:40.044ZCarolhttps://alopeciaworld.com/profile/Carol29
I agree full heartedly that we all could be worse off but it's still nice to see that some people can understand what I'm going through. I'm just letting off steam too, we all have our bad "hair" days, normally I keep a positive attitude and I'm full of energy, normally I don't mind being the center of attention and love being the life of the party. Many of my coworkers are great people! In general, it upsets me when someone is put into a position of authority and abuses it in this fashion.…
I agree full heartedly that we all could be worse off but it's still nice to see that some people can understand what I'm going through. I'm just letting off steam too, we all have our bad "hair" days, normally I keep a positive attitude and I'm full of energy, normally I don't mind being the center of attention and love being the life of the party. Many of my coworkers are great people! In general, it upsets me when someone is put into a position of authority and abuses it in this fashion. Most company policies state that discrimination shouldn't be an issue but it's a very delicate matter and often needs to be proven - which is the hard part. I sent an email to the Canadian Human Rights Commission about how I might go about getting alopecia listed as a disability so that we too may avoid or fight against discrimination in Canada. I'll let you all know how that goes! I wish I did have money for a…tag:alopeciaworld.com,2009-03-30:2022678:Comment:2636012009-03-30T15:31:24.840ZCarolhttps://alopeciaworld.com/profile/Carol29
I wish I did have money for a wig right now but unfortunately I'm only working about 16 hours a week, sometimes less and I can't even pay my bills right now. This morning I called a 1-800 number we have for reporting things, which I did anonimously but I have to call back on April 9th to find out what they did and they have more questions for me. The company I work for is huge and through some online research I discovered that they've had hundreds of discrimination lawsuits. The crap people can…
I wish I did have money for a wig right now but unfortunately I'm only working about 16 hours a week, sometimes less and I can't even pay my bills right now. This morning I called a 1-800 number we have for reporting things, which I did anonimously but I have to call back on April 9th to find out what they did and they have more questions for me. The company I work for is huge and through some online research I discovered that they've had hundreds of discrimination lawsuits. The crap people can get away with is incredible! I've entered a radio contest and will hopefully be called to the show for a chance to win a lot of money among other things. Then I can pay my debts that have been mounting as well as buy a nice new wig to look for a better job. Over 7 years customer experience (waitress, sales, manager, tour guide, etc) and 10 in various manufacturing settings (including welding and assembling electronics, wiring fixtures, etc.) - anyone interested?? Or you can help me out and vote for me in the contest at: http://www.edge.ca/Contests/GetALife/Finalists/View.aspx?ID=113578<br />
Vote as often as you like, the more the merrier! :) Thanks The company you work for will…tag:alopeciaworld.com,2009-03-30:2022678:Comment:2635782009-03-30T14:32:11.818ZNicolehttps://alopeciaworld.com/profile/Nicole44
The company you work for will not last long if they conitune to treat people that way. You should continue lookign for a better job where people will accpet you for being you. As long as you are helping the company bring money in should all that matter. You are a strong person and keep being you.
The company you work for will not last long if they conitune to treat people that way. You should continue lookign for a better job where people will accpet you for being you. As long as you are helping the company bring money in should all that matter. You are a strong person and keep being you. Carol welcome to reality. Alo…tag:alopeciaworld.com,2009-03-29:2022678:Comment:2632972009-03-29T23:40:01.295ZKaren Froehnerhttps://alopeciaworld.com/profile/KarenFroehner
Carol welcome to reality. Alopecians are just now waking people up to the fact that we exist! Now you need to come to decide do you want to eat and live or bat your head bloody against the wall. Put the wig on like a costume. Make each day a day of performance cause you are actually on the world stage. Then, make it your Damn business to get into a position of power to hire fellow alopecians with them in positions of power over the hairy ones! That is the other way to deal with this without the…
Carol welcome to reality. Alopecians are just now waking people up to the fact that we exist! Now you need to come to decide do you want to eat and live or bat your head bloody against the wall. Put the wig on like a costume. Make each day a day of performance cause you are actually on the world stage. Then, make it your Damn business to get into a position of power to hire fellow alopecians with them in positions of power over the hairy ones! That is the other way to deal with this without the cost of lawyers - at least this how I think. There is No Where in this world where discrimination does not exist. That is a fantasy that ads and religion sells. Its a great concept but not reality. That is not to say there are people that attempt this type of existence - like you, myself and those that we are dear and close with. Hang in there don't get angry and frustrated get even smartly! ; ) Oh Carol Sorry your having a…tag:alopeciaworld.com,2009-03-29:2022678:Comment:2632622009-03-29T22:55:54.660ZJeffreySFhttps://alopeciaworld.com/profile/Jeffrey
Oh Carol Sorry your having a Grrrrr day.<br />
If you are in a union talk to your steward. If you arent in a union tell your supervisor/manager your feelings of discrimination. If they have any clue at all the behaviour will cease.<br />
That aside, Have you ever thought about a career in the medical field? There are loads of job opportunities and the people in these professions are generally pretty good people.<br />
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Hope this helps and give me a shout.<br />
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Jeffrey
Oh Carol Sorry your having a Grrrrr day.<br />
If you are in a union talk to your steward. If you arent in a union tell your supervisor/manager your feelings of discrimination. If they have any clue at all the behaviour will cease.<br />
That aside, Have you ever thought about a career in the medical field? There are loads of job opportunities and the people in these professions are generally pretty good people.<br />
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Hope this helps and give me a shout.<br />
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Jeffrey