Develop a research-based policy statement for your setting that addresses a human resources issue for the LGBT population.Expand AllIntroductionPracticing psychologists are often hired to consult with organizational policy-makers; and to develop intervention plans, sensitivity training, and policy implementation programs for government, business, education, industries, and health care organizations.How does the understanding of perceiving persons and attribution bias help you in your personal or professional life?What theories could be applied to reduce prejudice, discrimination, or sexism in your professional setting?What factors influence the link between attitudes and behavior?PreparationThe deliverable for this assessment is a research-based policy statement. Sample policy statements and templates are available on many websites, if you wish use them as guides.The purpose of a policy statement is to state acceptable methods or behaviors in an organization. Essentially, a policy states the organizational values and how those values relate to the organization’s purpose.InstructionsAssume the role in the scenario described below.ScenarioYou are a consulting organizational psychologist. You have been retained to develop a new policy for the LGBT population in your professional setting (or for a setting from your experience.)Propose a research-based policy for one specific issue regarding the LGBT population for a setting.For example, propose a new policy for hiring, firing, and retention, promotional opportunity, health insurance, or parenting leave.Identify the professional setting related to your experience.The Policy Statement should be two pages, maximum.Brevity does not mean this assessment lacks academic rigor. Disciplined, succinct writing requires thorough knowledge of the subject and excellent writing skills.Address each of the following elements in your policy statement, using the template provided:Analyze research related to concepts of self-esteem, self-concept, self-presentation, and self-efficacy for the LGBT population.Integrate social psychology principles and research to propose an LGBT policy for a workplace.Analyze how the proposed policy and current workplace legislation reflect social psychology principles.How do laws reflect principles of social psychology?Evaluate the implications of a new policy for the organization and individuals.Support positions with references from scholarly and professional literature.