How should I address my age, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, and learning or physical disabilities?
If you’ve held a significant leadership position in an organization, if your circumstance is directly related to the position sought, or if your experience reflects a personal value which is important to publicize, you can certainly disclose such information on your resume. Some people choose to wait until a later stage of the interview and negotiation process to disclose; some individuals prefer to have the job in hand before revealing sensitive information; some are compelled to disclose up front. For more information, consult the section on potentially sensitive information. If in doubt, it’s probably best to discuss your individual situation with a career counselor or Linda Brothers, Wellesley College Director of Equal Opportunity and Ombudsperson, to determine the most appropriate course of action.
