Non-Discrimination Policy

Companion Animal Community Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, national origin, physical or mental health, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, or any characteristic protected by federal and state law.

Any Center volunteer or client who believes that he/she has been discriminated against is urged to report this concern to the Compliance Officer (currently the Board Secretary).

Discriminatory Harassment

Harassment or intimidation of a client or volunteer because of race, gender, age, color, national origin, physical or mental health, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or military status is specifically prohibited and may be grounds for termination.  Harassment and intimidation includes abusive, foul or threatening language or behavior. The Center is committed to maintaining a harassment-free environment and does not tolerate discrimination against volunteers or clients.  The Center complies with all legal requirements pertaining to services and volunteer participation.

Discriminatory treatment, harassment or intimidation on any of these bases should be reported to the Compliance Officer or immediate supervisor.  If the discrimination is validated, prompt action will be taken.