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WeGym employee resigns alleging homophobia and discrimination

Ana Carla, an employee at WeGym—a gym founded by influencer Virginia Fonseca and Samara Pink in Goiânia—has resigned, citing episodes of homophobia and discrimination.

In a social media statement, Ana Carla explained that her decision followed instances that “exceeded the limits of respect” and were related to her sexual orientation. She noted that while she had previously ignored certain situations to continue working, she could no longer remain silent regarding what she described as indifference, disrespect, and prejudice in the workplace.

While the employee criticized the leadership style and called for more responsibility and teamwork, she did not provide specific details regarding the incidents or name the individuals involved in the alleged misconduct.

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Ana Carla · Samara Pink · Virginia Fonseca · WeGym