During this season, it’s important to remember that not everyone in the workplace follows the same doctrines or celebrates the same holidays. Issues of religious accommodation and cultural competency may come up in your workplace, especially in conversations to avoid making your coworkers uncomfortable.
Islam is the fastest-growing religion in the United States. Muslims don’t observe Christmas and instead celebrating holidays like Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.
To help you avoid offending Muslim colleagues now and throughout the year, here are five things not to say.