The group organizing the walkouts appears to be unaffiliated with any external unions representing Disney employees or internal employee groups representing LGBTQ cast members, Disney parlance for employees.Ī Florida union representing thousands of Disney World workers warned against taking part in the company boycott, saying there were more effective ways to push for change and help LGBTQ Disney employees, according to the Orlando Sentinel.
The forum was part of an upcoming “Reimagine Tomorrow” campaign reinforcing the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion that Disney planned to launch during a planned summit in April. ESPN broadcasters Elle Duncan, Carolyn Peck and Courtney Lyle held on-air moments of silence in solidarity with LGBTQ colleagues during the NCAA women’s basketball playoff tournament.ĭisney hosted a town hall meeting with employees on Monday, March 21 to discuss the company’s response to the Florida bill and attempt to quash the uproar, according to Bloomberg.
Walkouts were staged on Thursday, March 17 at Walt Disney Animation Studio and Friday, March 18 at Pixar. It may be hard for Disneyland visitors to distinguish LGBTQ protest impacts from the coronavirus-related employee shortages already affecting the parks. In extreme instances, some rides and restaurants could be closed for the day due to the walkout. The LGBTQ Disney Walkout is unlikely to result in employee protests in the “on stage” areas of the parks, but the associated work stoppages and sick-outs could result in longer than usual lines for attractions and food stands at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. The walkouts are an opportunity for Disney’s LGBTQ employees to take a stand against the company’s “apathy” in response to the Florida legislation, according to the Disney Do Better Walkout website.
Ron DeSantis has signaled he will sign the bill. The Florida Senate has passed the “Parental Rights in Education” measure and Republican Gov.
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