Teen in Minneapolis had to expose breasts to prove gender at Buffalo Wild Wings.

Gerika Mudra recently took action against a Buffalo Wild Wings employee after she was forced to go through a humiliating experience in a public restroom. The incident took place in April at a restaurant in Owatonna, Minnesota. According to Mudra, she was followed into the restroom and a server banged on her stall door, accusing her of using the wrong restroom. The server then asked her to prove her gender, which made Mudra feel uncomfortable and violated.

In response, Mudra unzipped her jacket and revealed her breasts, hoping to prove her gender to the server. However, the server simply walked away without apologizing. This experience left Mudra feeling discriminated against, even though she does not identify as transgender. She believes that the server's actions were a result of rigid gender norms and stereotypes.

The incident gained attention after the Minneapolis organization, Gender Justice, filed a suit with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights. They also shared statements and testimony from Mudra, highlighting the intersection of anti-LGBTQ+ panic, racism, and rigid gender norms in her experience.

Megan Peterson, the executive director of Gender Justice, stated that what happened to Gerika was not just wrong, but also unlawful. She pointed out that Minnesota law protects individuals from this type of discrimination in public spaces. Jane Baldwin, an attorney at Gender Justice, added that no one should be harassed or humiliated in order to use a restroom. Mudra's case sheds light on the larger issue of bathrooms becoming a space of contention for those who do not conform to narrow gender expectations.

Sadly, this is not the first time Mudra has faced harassment while using a public restroom. However, this particular incident was the most egregious, causing her to now avoid public facilities. It is a reminder that individuals like Mudra, who do not fit narrow gender expectations, continue to face discrimination and prejudice in everyday situations.

In related news, doctors in the UK recently voted to approve identity-based care for LGBTQIA+ patients. This decision is a step towards creating a more inclusive and understanding environment for individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+. It is important to recognize and address the unique challenges and discrimination faced by these individuals in the healthcare system. Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation.

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