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Ventana del Soul's Discrimination Policy
1. Policy Statement
1.1. It is the policy of Ventana del Soul to provide equality of opportunity
in education and employment for all students and employees. Accordingly, Ventana
del Soul does not practice or condone unlawful discrimination in any form against
students, employees or applicants on the grounds of race, color, religion, creed,
sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Nor does Ventana del
Soul allow discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation1, with respect
to internal matters that do not contravene federal or state law and that do
not interfere with Ventana del Soul's relationships with outside organizations,
including the federal government, the military, and private employers.
1.2. Discrimination based upon race, color, religion, creed, sex, national
origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation is in violation
of federal and state law and Ventana del Soul policy, and will not be tolerated.
1.3. Retaliation against any person complaining of discrimination is in violation
of federal and state law and Ventana del Soul policy, and will not be tolerated.
1.4. Ventana del Soul will respond promptly to all complaints of discrimination
and retaliation. Violation of this policy can result in serious disciplinary
action up to and including expulsion for students or discharge for employees.
1.5. Disciplinary action for violations of this policy will be the responsibility
of the dean or director, supervisor, or Office of Student Conduct as may be
appropriate in accordance with applicable procedures.
1.6. Ventana del Soul hereby affirms its desire to maintain a work environment
for all employees and an academic environment for all faculty and students that
is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and free from discrimination
which is otherwise prohibited by Ventana del Soul policy or regulation. Unlawful
discrimination is completely incompatible with the values and goals of Ventana
del Soul and will not be tolerated. Ventana del Soul strives to maintain an
environment that supports and rewards individuals on the basis of such relevant
factors as ability, merit and performance.
2. Definitions
2.1. Discrimination is unequal and unlawful treatment based upon race, color,
religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability,
or veteran status.
2.2. Retaliation is conduct causing any interference, coercion, restraint or
reprisal against a person complaining of discrimination or participating in
the resolution of a complaint of discrimination.
2.3. Harassment is a form of discrimination.
3. Resolution Procedure
This matter deserves our careful attention and our shared commitment to ensuring
Ventana del Soul remains free from discrimination and harassment in all aspects
of its activities and operations. Any individual with a concern, grievance or
complaint of discrimination or retaliation in employment or eductional programs
and activities is encouraged to contact Ventana del Soul's Board of Directors:
512-707-7447 ext 201
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