I always listened to JWs say that people were mean to them at work....because they were JWs. I found out later through a non-JW source how one sister acted at work, very combative and lazy. This woman was surprised because I had been so "sweet" and hard-working. So...
I would never say I was a JW. I wanted people to form an opinion of me based on me, my personality, my actions, my words. It was quite easy to avoid the topic. I never brought WT publications to work, I sidestepped the issue of birthdays and holidays. It was easy because many people didn't participate, not interested, no money, not religious, and the PC atmosphere of a government office.
I joined the birthday group this year. All I have to do is sign the card, and bring a treat. Christmas is no problem because of the separation of church and state. (Laurie Ann Gaylor watches over us here).
I don't go announcing to people that I am an abuse survivor; why a JW survivor. But just like with abuse, if someone needs help coping or needs information, I can give it privately.
Blondie