My work has implemented a policy where only vaccinated employees can remove their masks. If you choose not to declare your vaccination status, or declare that you're unvaxed then you have to continue wearing the mask (and possibly stand out among the crowd), or face disciplinary action - possibly including termination.
My question is: do I wait it out, or risk speaking up and possibly losing my job? I don't want to lie about my status or circumvent the policy and feel like I'm watching over my shoulder at all times. I don't want to take part in the lies anymore and I shouldn't have to feel ostracized for that. I know AFLD has resources, but I think I should talk to someone within the company first.
I don't have tons of people I can talk to about this IRL, so I'm really hoping I can get some helpful words here.
100% this is my situation.... guidance came out about a week ago. I went to my manager instantly, and he talked with HR- he said no names were used.
I’ve researched my pension and what happens if I leave the company .... painful pension things. I only need to wait a few more years, and I’m terrified they will get to “jab required for employment” before this year is out.
That is my hill. I will wear the mask and in the background I will prepare for that eventuality so I am ready.