Hersheypark: Guests, Employees May Use Restrooms With Which They Gender-Identify
- By
- Carlos Santoscoy
- | May 24, 2016
Hersheypark on Monday reiterated that employees and guests of the theme park are welcome to use the bathroom that they identify with.
In a press release, Hersheypark said that transgender people can use the bathroom of their choice.
“Every year, the employees of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts (HE&R) welcome over 6 million guests from down the street and around the world. We recognize that the more perspectives we have within our company, the more welcoming we are to all those who visit and seek employment here. In fact, our company has four core values, one of which is 'respectful of others,' which we define as treating all people with dignity, while respecting their differences and ideas,” the park said.
“For decades, Hersheypark has been dedicated to the safety and security of our guests and employees. It is foundational to our brand. Additionally, the Park has and will always strive to accommodate all guests and employees – including members of the LGBT community – to ensure those visiting or working at Hersheypark are comfortable and feel secure. To that end, the Park will continue its practice of treating all guests and employees the same no matter race, ethnicity, sexual identity, etc. Guests and employees may continue to use the restrooms with which they gender-identify, or are welcome to use the many family restrooms available across the destination.”
The Derry Township, Pennsylvania park has over 70 rides and attractions.