anti-harassment policy | about

Engage Barrie Organization is committed to fostering a violence-free and harassment-free workplace where all staff, volunteers and members are treated with respect and dignity.

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Respectful disagreement and even anger can be powerful tools for motivating change, protecting the vulnerable, setting boundaries, and coming to solutions that take into account the needs of the many different residents and communities within our city.  But care must be taken to communicate in a safe and healthy manner, keeping our solutions-based approach in mind, and ensuring a safe and welcoming organization for all. 

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You may find the full policy here. 

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General Principles:

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Harassment at Engage Barrie Organization is not tolerated.  Directors, Members, Employees, and Volunteers who are found to have harassed another individual may be subject to disciplinary action.  This includes anyone who interferes with the resolution of a harassment complaint; retaliates against an individual for filing a harassment complaint; or files an unfounded harassment complaint intended to cause harm.

 

Engage Barrie Organization (Engage Barrie) will post a copy of this policy on its website, and include it in any orientation materials for new members, membership is conditional on acceptance of this policy, and membership may be terminated if an individual is found in breach of this policy.  This policy will be circulated to all staff, board, volunteers and other individuals who interact with the organization and its personnel.