In a significant Supreme Court ruling, which group was added to the protections under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act?

The inclusion of LGBTQ+ individuals under the protections of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act stems from a landmark Supreme Court decision that interpreted discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity as forms of sex discrimination. This means that if an employer fires or discriminates against an employee for being LGBTQ+, it is viewed as treating someone differently based on their gender identity or sexual orientation, which is inherently linked to their sex.

This ruling significantly expands the understanding of civil rights protections in the workplace, ensuring that discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals is recognized and prohibited, thereby promoting equality and fairness in employment. This expansion of protections reflects a growing acknowledgment of the diversity of gender identities and sexual orientations within the workforce and aims to safeguard against any form of discrimination that can impede an individual's right to work without facing harassment or bias based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.