Abercrombie and Fitch vs EEOC

On 1 June 2015 the matter was resolved by the defendant Abercrombie refusing to hire a muslim teenager for wearing a scarf on her head. Her clothing defiled the code of ethics which the company had instilled as it was contrary to the company's dress code. Abercrombie and Fitch Stores established a national store clothes chain requiring the workers to respect a strict attire code specific to the photos of the brand. The EQC then reacted by filing a complaint against the organization for violating the rights of the young girl (Schlossberg 1). It was detailed that based on the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, it was against the law for Abercrombie to deny someone an employment chance because of their religion when in reality it is possible to accommodate the applicant without much hardship. It was thus perceived as a classic form of discrimination where the applicant was denied her rights because of being Muslims and for wearing an attire that indicated that she was not of a religion that the company believed. The source that has been used in reference to the case is a secondary resource that covers the case from a multifaceted perspective. It is in line with the recommended class material because it ensures that there is relevance in the case covered to the research objectives that were outlined at the start of the course. The sources explore the subject in a detailed manner to enable one to understand all the issues in the process. The source is written as an opinionated paper that features the case in a multifaceted manner so that the parties that were involved are able to outline their positions in an explicit manner. It is important that all the sources used explored the case in an extensive manner because only then would it be realistic to use it for evaluation purposes. The sources that were selected in the writing of the summary further have thus enabled the understanding of the dynamics that the case took and the justification that were provided in the process of making the ruling It thus shows that the 8-1 verdict by Justice Antonin Scalia can be referred to extensively so that an interested party can examine the motives behind the reaching of the ruling. It is especially appropriate in the case of human rights activists who are interested in the dynamics of the case as not only it is detailed but the clauses that are quoted and the overall use of quotes proves that the sources are trustworthy (Schlossberg 1).I have learned a lot of concepts regarding the case dynamics that I believe will enable me to work in future in the hospitality sector. One of the central lessons from the case is that it is important to embrace multiculturalism in the professional setting because there are diverse types of people in a given setting. The case is particularly relevant from the basis that the teenage girl was discriminated against because of what she had grown up believing in her traditions that appeared not to be in tandem with what the company stood for regard dress code. It is undisputed that Samantha Elauf was a Muslim whose traditions were defined by the teaching that she received in the Muslim faith. It thus follows that it is wrong for the company to discriminate against the girl because of the Muslim doctrines because they were completely irrelevant. It, therefore, follows that I will need to focus on the positive aspects present with at the workplace. Key to the realization of this dream is the appreciation of the fact that the workers I will engage with are from diverse backgrounds and that the hospitality sectors requires engaging with different team members I also feel that the case involving the Abercrombie & Fitch Stores and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have enabled me to appreciate the fact that while one may think that they are mandated to act as they please, the law overrides everything. It is highly likely that Abercrombie thought that they have the final say pertaining who they hire into the company regardless of what outsiders thought of their terms of operation. It denotes the fact that some firms apply discriminative policies expecting to get way with the biased principles that are intended to create negative favoritism in the hiring process. However, from the manner in which events unfolded after Elauf got rejected, it shows that no one is above the law regardless of the position that they hold. It is undisputed that Abercrombie & Fitch Stores, Inc. are a big company but when it comes to issues related to human rights, the law takes its course and everyone is punishable. It is especially critical that I have discovered this concept through the case because I believe that it will enable me to relate with others regardless of how junior they are as we are all subject to the law of the land.I have also developed a deeper insight into the fact that the code of professional should never go to the extent of someone’s personal preferences. It is undisputed that many people have divergent opinions on issues and while it is important to set a standard, it could sometimes clash with what people think about a given issue. It is highly likely that the professionalism will be compromised when issues at the professional level are addressed at a level that is considerably controversial. I think that the approach will enable me to thrive in the hospitality department that Is an area where it is expected that there will be diverse professional environments that will involve shifting from official to unofficial settings in the work process. It will, therefore, mean that the senior management has to accommodate people’s preferences in the workplace because embracing diversity will encourage more teamwork among the employees. In summary, it is noted that the case involving Abercrombie and Fitch Stores and the EEOC regarding a young woman who was denied the chance to get hired because of her religion. It is a discriminative act that is comprehensively explored by the material that were provided in class. It shows that there is a need to embrace multiculturalism and take into consideration that no one is above the law. Therefore, as I plan to venture into the hospitality sector, it is expected that I will be able to integrate the lessons learned to be a better leader. Works CitedSchlossberg, Mallory. “The Crazy History of Abercrombie & Fitch.” Business Insider. N.p., 2016. Print.